Review: "Not Sure" - Madeliene Cope
- Kyler Griggs
- Sep 5, 2025
- 2 min read
We've all had bad days. Unfortunately, they're unavoidable. With all the bad days and moments, sometimes its easy to question if things will get better. Whether you went through a breakup, lost a friend, or just feel generally upset, once you are knocked down it can be hard to get up. Its even harder because in most situations, only you are the one who can pull yourself together and get up. In "Not Sure" by Madeliene Cope, she shares these sentiments through her honest lyrics: "I can't breathe / I can't speak / I'm unsure what to do / And how to fix it." These lyrics really show how lost you can feel while trying to find your way to feeling better. It's not always easy to move forward past whatever is getting you down, but Madeliene Cope makes it clear in the song that you should hold onto hope. Even if you are unsure, and even if the world around you makes you think otherwise, things will eventually get better.
"Not Sure" is a peaceful song with a sound that can calm you in any situation. The indie, alternative pop song keeps a slow, steady vibe from beginning to end. It feels like the perfect song to listen to during the colder months. The sound of "Not Sure" feels like a warm, comforting hug. The entire song has a sound that made me feel hopeful while listening, almost like I could take on any difficulty thrown at me. From beginning to end, the guitar remains a central force throughout the song. It matches the background music and Madeliene Cope's wistful, soft vocal tone. The guitar adds an extra layer of emotion and adds to the calm vibe. While listening, "Not Sure" had an autumnal vibe, and was immediately added to my Autumn playlist.
Madeliene Cope is an Indie, Folk, and acoustic artist from Geelong that is completely in control of her craft. With influences like Ry X, Ben Howard, and Dustin Tebbutt, Mad's music takes listeners ln a journey. She tells stories from her day to day life, including feelings of love, loss, confidence, and self worth. Whether performing in intimate venues or on larger stages, Mad's raw and authentic sound is tied together with both beautiful and punchy arrangements, leaving listeners with a lasting impression. Madeliene Cope's latest single, "Not Sure," was released on August 10th. Cope shared that the song was written 8 years ago, and that she "finally feels like its ready to share." This single follows previous songs like "All The Little Things" and "Everlast." Be sure to follow Madeliene Cope on her socials below to stay updated with all her future performances and songs!
Written By Kyler Griggs
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