Jenna Kay’s latest single “Wedding” explores the story of a two-timing groom and the “what if” the narrator asks, wondering what would happen if they showed up at the altar to crash the wedding. What if they arrived suddenly to reveal to the bride that her groom destroyed the narrator’s heart and will crush hers, too, if she doesn’t get out of this marriage? A tale about revenge, heartbreak, and truth, "Wedding" is decorated in an energetic soundscape that evokes wedding imagery that mingles with the irony of the song's topic. It’s big and dramatic with a fiery anger threaded throughout its songwriting. You will quickly be swept up into the storytelling of “Wedding” with its dynamic and compelling lyrics and sound.
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My absolute favorite part of “Wedding” is its introduction and chorus. I am so happy that a song titled “Wedding” uses the classic “Bridal Chorus” as its chorus’ backbone– there was an opportunity, and Kay clearly took it. In this soundscape, you hear the gentle keys of a piano and Kay’s soft vocals; it’s everything a bride would want while she walks down the aisle. But, there’s a switch as the verses come along– the percussion slams and an intense guitar enters the fray as the energy spikes tenfold. Kay’s voice is suddenly passionate and strong, singing about heartbreak and the cheating groom; but, as quickly as it came, it dissipates into the chorus once more. Closer to the song’s end, this upbeat energy remains, as if the narrator refuses to sit by and watch this bride marry a man who is clearly unfaithful– and, of course, to get some sweet revenge. The songwriting, too, is fun and varied like the soundscape. I love how the first line of the song is, “Here comes the bride / all dressed in white” as it mimics the “Bridal Chorus”. Things change quickly, though, as the narrator begins to tell the listeners all about the groom’s lies and two-timing. It’s a fairly scandalous story, what with the groom “breaking it off with [them] on the phone” and “six weeks later, [he’s] engaged to her”; and so the narrator’s anger is rather justified. Justified enough, in my opinion, to totally crash a wedding with the bride, making the entire event blow up in the groom’s face. “Wedding” is fun, energetic, and filled to the brim with playful songwriting and a diverse soundscape that will keep any listener engaged and excited.
Jenna Kay Roessler was always destined for the stage. With captivating vocals and songwriting that captures the hearts of audiences, Kay has firmly established herself as a rising pop star since the release of her first singles. Originally going by Jenna Roessler, her debut single under her former name was entitled "forget i exist", which dropped in 2023. Her debut single as Jenna Kay was “Can’t Be Friends”, which released in 2024. Her music aims to reflect the ebbs and flows of life, whether that be good or bad; it is raw and relatable, and something that every listener can see themselves in. Kay is set to release her debut EP “Icing on the Cake” on September 6th, which features songs that address topics ranging from heartbreak, emotional treachery, and the fear of getting older. Currently, “Wedding” is Kay’s latest release, and is part of "Icing on the Cake"– so, while we wait for the EP, give her other singles a listen. And don’t forget to drop her a follow to keep track of this upcoming project!
Written By Alexa Leung
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