Review: "Temporary Tragedy" - ROREY
- Azalea Withrow
- 2 hours ago
- 2 min read
"Temporary Tragedy" comes as the first single following ROREY's sophomore EP DYSPHORIA. As indicated by the title, the lyrics tell the story of an unraveling relationship defined by the singer/songwriter as a temporary tragedy. ROREY examines the cost of one's personhood as the price to be paid when trying to stay in a dysfunctional relationship.  Repeated throughout the song, alternating between acceptance and despair, the musician sings the line "are we a temporary tragedy?" Rooted in the singer's experience in her first queer relationship, ROREY acknowledges the song to be both personal and universal, sending the message that "sometimes love isn’t enough to bridge the gap between hope and reality, when the other person can't meet you there."
ROREY wastes no time getting to the grit of this bedroom pop track, announcing her transfixing voice a beat after the buoyant acoustic guitar begins. The instrumentals seem to mirror the intensity of the relationship, capturing both its chaos and beauty. High-energy vocal runs and a cathartic chorus contribute to the song's sense of urgency. The build-up of both vocal and instrumental tracks warn that a break is coming, signaling both the end of the song and the tumultous relationship. Intensifed by its raw lyrics, the soundscape of "Temporary Tragedy," emulates the hole of spiraling that often occurs after a relationship falls apart.
ROREY has received acclaim from the likes of Zane Lowe, LADYGUNN, Atwood Magazine and more. Her music has received adds on popular Spotify editorial playlists including Fresh Finds, Fresh Finds Indie, New Music Daily, New in Pop, etc. The singer-songwriter is based in New York where she has already performed a number of live shows. ROREY's vulnerability connects with audiences by giving them the ability to name their feelings and the solace to know that they are not alone in feeling them. In 2026, ROREY will continue to sharpen her sound by continuing to demonstrate the importance of authenticity in art.
Written By Azalea Withrow
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