'It's Stupid' is drenched in emotion that consumes us. As listeners, we crave a song that makes us feel something, and I can confidently say that Stephanie Meincke does just that in this song. Stephanie Meincke introduces us to some of the familiar feelings that we may experience when the sun goes down. The lyrics say, "I know it's stupid / I'm twenty-seven / But when I turn off the lights / My thoughts, they tend to get too loud." As someone who has dealt with anxiety their whole life, I've definitely found myself in this position. Even seeing the sun go down kick-starts all those unwanted thoughts and it makes the night harder. Knowing that someone else can relate to those feelings makes life less lonely. Even for those who don't experience anxiety, the song paints a realistic picture of what it looks like to live with anxiety when it says, "I'm glad you could make it / I know I forget to call / I have no excuses / I can't explain what's going on."
The structure of the whole song is elegant, very laid back and quiet. There is something about the music that reminds you of a lullaby. The piano and the acoustic guitar add to that natural lullaby feel, making the song easy to listen to, sparking lots of emotions within the listener. Once we factor in Stephanie Meincke's voice it balances everything out and adds to the depth. Her voice is very smooth and soothing which helps maintain the relaxing tone of the song. Overall, this song invokes the feeling of sadness and uncertainty which comes with having and experiencing anxiety. All of the elements work together to craft this song perfectly.
Stephanie Meincke is a Danish singer-songwriter. Her music blends traditional songwriting with pop. Her songs explore adulthood, mental health, and the beauty of the human experience. Stephanie Meincke gets her inspiration from artists like Tina Dickow, Lizzy McAlpine, and Maggie Rogers. Her debut single, 'It's Stupid' is setting the stage for her to be recognized as a rising star in the Danish music genre. She is set to release an EP soon titled 'Never Not Thinking.' Stephanie Meincke wrote the song 'It's Stupid' after a period of self-isolation. When asked about it, she said, "Everything just seemed so stupid, especially because on paper I should be doing great." She uses this song to remind us that it's okay to not be okay, and that even the strongest people struggle from time to time. Keep an eye out for more music by Stephanie Meincke.
Written By Destiny Rundquist
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