As 2024 inches closer and closer to its end, this past year has had an incredible output of new music from artists of every genre and every corner of the world. Among them is alt-pop solo artist Dela Kay, who this Summer emerged from her two-year hiatus and left her mark with her newest EP “Falling Into Place”. Following this release, her newest single “The One” showcases her artistic evolution while digging deep into the raw emotions accompanying relationships' highs and lows.
From the outset, “The One” captures listeners with a high-energy sound characterized by its gritty guitar lines and driving drums. Instrumentally, it sets the passionate backdrop that mirrors the track’s themes of angst and longing. Dela gives a vocal performance that is powerful and refined while navigating the tumultuous journey of heartbreak with a sense of passion that is palpable.
The highlight of this track is its dynamic structure. Its initial verses build up tension as the lyrics describe the grappling with an emotional fallout. After a build-up, the song shifts into a stripped-down acoustic chorus. Here is a sentimental nod to her Nashville roots and provides a stark yet interesting and admirable contrast to the song, only to seamlessly transition back into her newly established and full-bodied rock sound. This transition mirrors the back and forth, push and pull that can come with romantic relationships; it successfully encapsulates the turmoil of such an emotional endeavor.
In “The One”, Dela Kay truly outdoes herself, which did not seem possible following the release of her latest EP. Her single shows her growth as an artist in even just the past few months. She successfully blends alt-pop and rock elements while balancing an admirable display of vulnerability, which supports her stake as a powerful presence in the scene. With every release, Dela’s music just gets better and better, and, with the release of “The One”, she continues to make a trajectory toward great success.
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