Review: "Rock Paper Scissors" - Ella Beyer
- Hanna Kowal
- 6 hours ago
- 2 min read
"Rock Paper Scissors" by Ella Beyer reflects on the immaturity of an ex-partner as the speaker navigates through the murky waters of post-breakup betrayal. The lyrics boldly call out an ignorant perspective in a self-assured message: "just 'cause you're sober don't mean that you know more than me." Taking on complexities of power dynamics in relationships, with the chorus boldly painting a powerful image with the words: "in rock, paper, scissors, you pulled the gun." This haunting statement demonstrates the painful juxtaposition between one partner's loving playfulness and the other's threatening control. Intensifying the impact of this metaphor, the speaker reveals infidelity on the ex's side as ammunition. The storytelling in this track is striking and meaningful, promoting an inspiring message to listeners who feel stuck in their relationships: recognize when your partner is against you and hold them accountable.
The sound of this track seems to mature with its progression, matching the character of its lyrics. Electric guitar opens the tune in a repeating riff before Ella's soft vocals join in. Her singing uses breathy highs that brush the lyrics with a sense of intimacy. Softening up the instrumentals, acoustic guitar brings warmth into the sound of the song. Vocal layers that feel like a whispering echo build towards the beat drop which brings in transcendent electric strings that hit the ear with a dynamic texture that evokes the feeling of revelation. Gentle percussion adds a progressive feeling to the track that blends folk, soft rock, and pop genres with its instrumental elements.
Ella Beyer is an indie folk pop singer and songwriter from California. She evokes deep themes of love and growth in her lyrics and has an intimate vocal style that fans of Phoebe Bridgers and Lizzy McAlpine will resonate with. With a myriad of emotional, expressive singles in her discography, Ella's talents on the piano and guitar guide listeners on a sonic journey through storytelling lyricism. Her work has been supported by platforms like We Found New Music, and she has brought her soulful folk tunes to the stage at venues like West Hollywood's The Viper Room and Hotel Ziggy. Check out the links below to stay up to date with her music and performances.
Written By Hanna Kowal
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