Review: "Sleepwalking" - Ella Collier
- Taylor Sheridan Lempke
- Dec 19, 2025
- 2 min read
Often, we categorize love as a tender dream or a fragile heartbreak, but Ella Collier sees the two realities bleed together in “SLEEPWALKING.” The memories of someone significant haunt Collier throughout the day, looking out the window, tossing and turning at night, and dreaming. She cleverly shows her subconscious’s control over her life. The longing for what once was lingers. Disguised within this R&B song, Collier leads us along a complex path to uncover our true desires among our thoughts and reality. Seeing someone over and over in our dreams does not mean that grief needs to overrule our lives. It’s the first step forward to waking up to clearer days.
The eighth track of her upcoming album DANGEROUS, and latest release, pours loneliness and longing into minor keys, reverb, and trap drum sets. Co-written and produced by Sam Vendig and Stefano Pigliapoco, the track takes the raw moments of grief and blends them with the sleepless path. The ringing of each note flows like raindrops sliding down the window. The keys create a brooding soundscape with a calming effect. Collier’s vocals echo the longing that outlines her heart. The slow-paced singing in the pre-chorus opens the door to the overwhelming emotions ready to flood in. The rapid hi-hat loop in the chorus filters the song, letting us process grief. Collier won’t let you get stuck in the sadness because the kick drums and snares roll with movement, pushing you closer to clarity.
Ella Collier, songwriter and producer, finds her passion in pop, acoustic, trap, and hyperpop. She reaches her audience through blending the genres. Her songs explore the highs and lows of love and what it means in different relationships. Her music has appeared on Apple Music’s front page, #6 on Spotify’s “SALT” playlist, Love Island, NBA2K, and X Games. Ella Collier spreads her love to fans through Zoom calls, social media interactions, and her new releases.
Written By Taylor Sheridan Lempke
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