Review: "Useless Knowledge" - Amy Pinkus
- Abigail Mornhinweg
- Sep 15
- 2 min read
Amy Pinkus has released her new single, “Useless Knowledge.” A post-breakup reflection, Pinkus is left with all the little details about her ex-partner learned throughout the relationship. Knowing “what [her ex-partner will] say before [they] say it” based on facial expressions, the intimacy of knowing someone so deeply is not a waste of time according to Pinkus, even if her ex thinks otherwise. While her ex believes that the relationship was a waste of time, Pinkus knows that her ex-partner will be okay “even when [they] get lonely” because of the time spent together. Breakups can be tough and can cause people to be divided in their opinions of the other person involved, but “Useless Knowledge” shows that even though a relationship doesn’t work out, it shouldn’t be a regret but rather a learning experience.
“Useless Knowledge” acknowledges the bittersweet feeling that can happen when a breakup occurs, whether it’s filled with regret or not. Getting to know someone on that deep of a level is so intimate and so powerful, and “Useless Knowledge” captures the feeling within the lyrics. While she and her partner differ on their perspectives of the past relationship between them, Pinkus thinks that it “was worth every second,” even with “[ignoring] all of the red flags” her partner showed throughout the relationship. While the breakup has Pinkus left without “[knowing] what to do now,” there’s a sense of rebuilding and hope for a new start. With the knowledge that her ex will be okay, Pinkus delivers a single with vulnerable lyrics that any listener can relate to.
Amy Pinkus is a Toronto-based singer-songwriter. With inspirations like Billie Eilish, Lizzy McAlpine, and Sasha Alex Sloan, Pinkus captures listeners with heartfelt lyrics and smooth harmonies on top of layered production that comes together to create a great discography. Being surrounded by music growing up, Pinkus started to pursue her own musical aspirations at the age of five by starting violin lessons and writing her own songs at the age of six. With nearly 4,000 monthly listeners on Spotify, Pinkus’ discography continues to grow steadily and so do her listeners. If you’d like to keep up with Amy Pinkus’ new singles and latest concert dates, head to her social media, linked down below.
Written By Abby Mornhinweg
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