Mehalah Ray – Nevermind (2020)
If you are looking for a track that embodies the struggles of being undermined, look no further than ‘Nevermind’ by Mehalah Ray. Using her enchanting charm, she weighs her wants and needs with those around her to perfectly portray having to let go in order to thrive. This delve into unhealthy relationships looks at the uncomfortable truths of what you need to do in order to live your own life on your terms.
Recorded at long distance, the DIY soundscape enhances the messaging and emotional impact of the single. Her frank and forthright deliver has been honed since she was 14 and started performing around her hometown of Cambridge.
‘Nevermind’ sets a steady and gentle tone from the first note. The steady drum has a shuffling feeling to it that you can easily sink into. The light notes resting on the beat have a wavering floating feeling to them. You can almost imagine the notes as dandelion seeds gently wafting in a warm breeze. The easiness of the melody relaxes you which is a little at odds with the focus of the single. However, the charming vibe of the track actually makes the lyrics and message of the track more powerful.
Ray’s vocals rest as an enchanting layer over the easy melody. Her vocal delivery continues the wafting flow of the melody for a captivating earworm of a song. She has an honesty in her delivery that helps the story unravel over the beat and lets you connect with it. The crescendo of the track is this amazing swell of melody and vocals that you can’t help but get swept away in.
Mehalah Ray uses her enchanting soundscape to tackle unhealthy relationships in ‘Nevermind’. The easy melody and captivating vocals tell a candid and intimate tale of weighing your needs against those of others. Through her vocal delivery, you are drawn into the soundscape and her story.
Find out more about Mehalah Ray on her website, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and Spotify.
