To come onto a new season of life with no insight is really a scary thing, and Bella Rios tells of the struggle in her new single, “Right Now”. Coming onto her last year of college, Bella Rios taps into her emotions by writing this moody ballad. This love letter is written to her college besties to let them know that it may seem scary now, but everything will work out in the end. This idea presents itself in the chorus: “I can’t see it right now / but everything’s gonna be fine now / it’s not gonna bring me to my knees / I can see the forest through the trees”. Bella tells the listeners about her determination to push through the obstacles to achieve the end goal. She might not see it yet, but everything will be fine. Whether you’re a senior in high school, college, or making a huge life change, this song is definitely one to blast to regain strength so you can get to the new beginning.
Starting off with a strong acoustic, “Right Now” has a sad melody that encapsulates listeners right off the bat. Tying in with vocalizations that hum gracefully throughout the song, it feels like a walk through the winter forest. While this song is full of sorrow, she keeps the positivity at high while reminding herself that trying times should not be easy: “If it comes easy / It’s not always true / Forge it with fire / And start over new”. This song also being a ballad further shows her sentimental self, giving light onto her emotional connection with her surroundings and not wanting to let them go just yet. It’s a love song for the now, as she is unaware of the path forward. When feeling down or lost when dealing with a transitional period in life, this song is a must need to have by your side to lift your spirits and be ready for the new. As she vents these emotions through her rich and powerful voice, she reminds us all that we “Might not see it right now / But everything’s gonna be fine now”.
Bella Rios is a pop singer and songwriter, originating from Chicago and now based in Nashville, Tennessee. Her journey began at five-years-old, when she first began learning classical piano, and started soaking up her parents’ collection of musical greats like Fleetwood Mac and Queen. Other contemporary artists during the era like Adele and P!nk also played a role in shaping her musical style. This mixture of musical influence can be heard within Bella’s music, especially with her new EP “Sincerely,” that captures the joys and struggles of being a young adult today. As she tackles topics of love, heartbreak, and mental health, her lyrics are easy to enjoy and sing along to. In addition to her thoughtful lyricism, Bella is a talented musician with expertise in piano and guitar. As a student in Princeton, her friends are her best critics when vibe-checking a song. If they are moved by it and love it, she knows she’s onto something. If you have checked out “Right Now”, be sure to check out her new EP “Sincerely,”! To keep updates, follow her Spotify and Instagram in the links below.
Written By Nevaeh Scott
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