Alternative-pop artist, Chloe Star, returns to the scene with a new sound that stands in contrast to her previous projects. The gentle tone sets the background as she openly explores her vulnerable side. Her single, "Stand The Silence", opens up a window for fans into the rollercoaster life of an artist.
According to Chloe, “'Stand The Silence' is about the loneliness that sets in when the rush and energy of everything subsides, and you’re left alone with your thoughts and demons.”
The stripped down guitar makes the song feel as if the listener is having a heart to heart with Chloe in her room. It acts as a somber moment, contradicting the fast-paced rockstar lifestyle that it is reflecting on. The song also showcases how easy it can become for an artist to use their art as a distraction from deeper issues, with a strong sense of disconnect. The lifestyle comes with excitement and opportunities, but at what cost?
She explores the price of being able to live "a life of drugs, sex and violence" and "get[ting] sober", and boldly states that it's still easier for her than the silence when she's alone.
The lyrics in the verse act as a self reflection, as Chloe searches to find herself again when the lights go down and she's alone. "I've been running for so long I've forgotten how to walk// Too much therapy feels like I've forgotten how to talk// Who am I when I'm alone// Why does my house not feel like home?"
The song induces several emotions for listeners as it follows the highs and lows that the artist deals with. The emotions can quickly change from hopelessness, to positivity, and back to confusion.
Overall, the song is a raw and passionate piece of art that showcases the complexities of not just Chloe, but musical artists in general. Hopefully, she will continue to explore more of these vulnerabilities throughout her musical career.
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