Review: "The Promise" - Kings Elliot
- Kyler Griggs
- Jun 18, 2025
- 2 min read
Kings Elliot's latest single "The Promise" is a vulnerable and artistic masterpiece. At some point, everyone has made a promise. Some may be big with a lot more significance, while some are a bit smaller. Not all promises that are made are kept unbroken, though. Regardless of how "big" or "small" the promise is, it can still cause a lot of emotional strife once broken. Kings Elliot beautifully captures all of this in "The Promise." The song shows the pain that can come with the realization that someone's pretty words and deep promise did not hold true, even if you wanted to believe they would. After so many broken promises, the relationship as a whole breaks, too, and cannot be repaired so easily.
Even with the heavy emotions and the painful experiences that shape "The Promise," the song's overall vibe is one that you can absolutely let loose to. The indie-pop song balances emotional depth with a retro, catchy tune that makes it unforgettable. If you want to dance, sing, cry, or scream along to the lyrics, Kings Elliot invites you to do all of that while listening. Kings Elliot says that "The Promise" feels like "euphoric sadness", and there is truly no better way to describe the song than that! It includes an array of gentle plucks of string instruments over an upbeat tempo and a consistent beat that makes the entire song come alive. Kings Elliot's voice is an instrument in itself - one that adds a remarkable, almost otherworldly vibe to the song. Her vocals pack a punch and conveys emotions perfectly. Towards the bridge of the song, her voice feels like a raw, emotional outcry that is mesmerizing and impactful.
Swiss-born, singer-songwriter Kings Elliot is set to release her debut album "Born Blue" on September 26th! "The Promise" is her latest single and will be a powerful addition to her upcoming album. The release of "The Promise" follows her recent win at the Swiss Music Awards, where she received the award for "Best Breaking Act." This prestigious award marked a big milestone in her career, and serves as a testament to her undeniable, remarkable talent. Later this year, starting in October, King Elliot will be embarking on her Born Blue tour. It will be a headline European and UK tour, with the singer performing in multiple cities across Switzerland, Germany, the Netherlands, Austria, and the UK. Tickets for Kings Elliot's Born Blue tour are currently on sale for everyone anticipating her upcoming releases and performances!
Written By Kyler Griggs
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