Today marks the premiere of “Be With Me,” the latest single from the distinctive UK alt-pop artist girli, as part of her forthcoming album “Matriarchy,” set for release on May 17, 2024. “Be With Me” stands as a powerful anthem for self-love, contrasting her previous single “Nothing Hurts Like A Girl,” which delved into the heartache of a woman’s first lesbian relationship. In this track, girli emerges strengthened, shining a spotlight on the vital importance of loving oneself.
Girli, known for her unconventional approach to expressing queerness and feminism through her music, dives deeper into an elevated pop soundscape in her latest endeavour, managing to remain vulnerable yet courageous and relatable. By doing so, she solidifies her status as a cultural icon and global ambassador for all things eccentric and extraordinary.
Describing her upcoming album ‘Matriarchy’ as her most “reflective” and “vulnerable” work to date, girli – also known as Milly Toomey – reveals the multifaceted significance of the album’s title. “The word represents a myriad of meanings for me,” says the musician, highlighting the dual aspects of her queer identity and self-reliance, as well as a commentary on reclaiming power.
Over the years, girli’s personal development has mirrored her evolution as an artist. Bursting onto the scene seven years ago with provocative electro tracks like ‘Girls Get Angry Too,’ she was initially driven by a combative spirit. Now, songwriting has transformed into a therapy for her, enabling her to process and reflect on her life experiences and how they’ve moulded her.
A north London native, girli began her music career in bands but quickly realized her autonomous nature drove her to a solo path. During this time, she adopted her stage name and signature pink hair, turning the tables on the negativity often associated with being ‘girly.’ Her play on the word and the alteration of its spelling serve as a reclamation of power and an ingenious way to stand out online.
Commanding a global fanbase that finds inspiration and solace in her music, girli is poised to unveil her most intimate self through the album. Crowd favourites like ‘Matriarchy’ and ‘Nothing Hurts Like a Girl’ have already become staples in her electrifying live performances. “I’ve certainly transitioned from the angsty teen, eager to voice my defiance, to a more perceptive individual,” she shares with a chuckle, “which has only made my music more genuine.”
As girli prepares to share more of herself than ever with her audience through this album, fans eagerly anticipate the experience of connecting with the raw, authentic emotion that has become a hallmark of her unique sound.
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