Review: "Prettyboy" - Mira Housey
- Ashley Adams
- 5 hours ago
- 2 min read
Artwork: Christian Calvin
Shot by: Izzy Escobar
“Prettyboy” is the title track of musician Mira Housey’s new EP, a song about being in a relationship that causes intense, conflicted feelings due to your partner’s behavior. In the singer’s case, her partner is a two-sided person, acting as though he is the perfect significant other, but Housey also says that “he scares [her] half to death”. This song and its title symbolize how this man appears to be a good individual on the outside, but is actually a toxic and unfit partner, as he makes her feel scared and underappreciated. Lines in the song such as “Don’t let my pretty boy go” can mean that she doesn’t want to leave the relationship because of the one side her partner possesses, even though he actually opposes that with his other side.
Housey is the sole songwriter and producer of the majority of her discography, and it’s obvious how much work she put into “Prettyboy”, through the musical styles and her amazing vocals. A swingin’ 60s beat and orchestral instrumentation is what the core of the track consists of, and the singing style she utilizes perfectly accompanies this as well. While still using her skills from being a pianist, a sample of sudden and loud guitar chords interrupt the song. These add a distinct and creative twist to the classical pop production, and reflect the lyrics that describe the personality switches of a two-faced partner.
Mira Housey is a multitalented artist from Detroit, Michigan, and is based in Los Angeles, California. She began perfecting her musical craft throughout her childhood, teaching herself piano and songwriting. After competing in piano competitions, she began her music career in September 2021 with the release of her collaborative single “So Bad” featuring the musician jfarr. She released her debut EP Mia in November 2024. One of the tracks, “if it’s the end (feat. Jake Clark)”, was featured in season 7 of the sports drama show All American. Mira Housey is an incredible presence in the music industry, and her most recent project prettyboy is out now!
Written By Ashley Adams
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