Packed with honest and heartfelt lyricism, ‘Needing Me Now’ is the perfect introduction to rising singer-songwriter Blake Stokes. Hailing from Los Angeles, the talented troubadour has been showcasing her nuanced, meaningful pieces for the past couple of years, building a small yet loyal audience. It’s not hard to see why: boasting evocative, elegant and dynamic vocals, Stokes is the perfect outlet for all those complex, harrowing emotions that we are often incapable of expressing.
In that sense, Blake’s music almost becomes a cathartic tool, a way to explore deeper parts of our consciousness. ‘Needing Me Now’ – for instance – deals with loss and grief, taking inspiration from the American artist’s personal experience. After a sudden, painful breakup, Stokes dealt with the realisation that love is not forever, sparking a journey of self-discovery and resilience-building.
Speaking about the inspiration behind the track, Blake explains: “Sometimes people come into your life and change your world, and sometimes they don’t stick around. Sometimes they have other plans. This song is about dealing with the rollercoaster that comes with that.” A very relatable statement, and one that’s likely to draw widespread attention from a global audience.
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