As we approached ‘Twentysomething’, we felt a hint of Nordic flair into it, mainly exuded by the song’s intense and luscious melodies. Yet, the talented songstress behind the record is Irish. Here’s the thing: Gráinne spent the last four years studying music in Finland, an experience that has undoubtedly had a big impact on the young creative. Now back on her home turf and based in Dublin, the 23-year-old is ready to swap academic allure for introspective personal expression.
Launching Gráinne’s solo career, ‘Twentysomething’ oscillates between nostalgia and melancholia, yet never surrenders to the chaos and the pain: rather, it accepts it all, showcasing the lyrical and personal maturity achieved by the rising Irish figure. Built on cathartic indie-pop tones, the single places heightened attention on Gráinne’s magnetic vocals, partly elegant and partly crunchy. Eventually, listeners will be hard-pressed to mirror themselves in ‘Twentysomething’, as the track embodies very common emotions. It might act as an emotional release for some; we welcome that.
Delving deeper into the song, Gráinne explains: “It explores the thrilling, often confusing, experience of navigating your 20s. Think of it as a late-night conversation with your close friends, filled with the shared anxieties and small victories of finding your way in the world.”
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