Brand new single from Suki Summer

Suki Summer is a new voice in the pop rock scene, making an impact with her unique blend of gritty rock energy and nostalgic 80s synths. A singer-songwriter with a knack for crafting personal yet relatable music, Suki’s songs frame themes of independence, empowerment and self-expression. With epic arrangements and a commanding vocal presence, she’s already staked her claim as one of today’s most exciting new talents.

Suki first introduced her sound in Demcember last year with her debut single, “On My Own” and since then, she’s released multiple tracks that showcase her original sound. Now, with her latest release, “Marianne,” she offers a poignant reflection on vulnerability and fleeting connections, drawing inspiration from her own lived experiences.

“Marianne” presents an intimate exploration of a summer romance; a passionate yet impermanent connection formed during Suki’s travels across Europe. The song captures the exhilaration of those brief, unforgettable moments while grappling with the realisation of their inevitable end.

Commenting on the single, she shares, “Sometimes you meet someone and it’s like being able to finally hold onto the side of the pool after treading water for so long… I wanted it to encapsulate the time we spent together—it was beautiful and fun but also tainted with the sadness of knowing that when the summer ended, so would our time together,” she shares.

The track’s title and lyrical hook draw from the shared love of Sally Rooney’s Normal People between Suki and her summer partner. “He noted my likeness to Marianne from the book and even pointed out my resemblance to Daisy Edgar Jones, who plays her in the TV adaptation,” Suki explains. “It felt so perfect and so sad that this shared story mirrored our reality.”

The song’s verses are penned like a diary entry with the first reflecting on the memories of the summer, while the second expresses a longing for a different ending where goodbyes weren’t necessary. Her melancholic vocal performance breathes life into these lyrics, enhanced by layered harmonies and dreamy instrumentation that evokes the romanticism and heartache of the song’s context.

Crafting a wistful sound, the laid back rhythm, delicate arrangement and alluring vocals all combine to craft an enchanting sound that’s at once moving and charming from start to finish. With “Marianne,” she invites listeners into her world, delivering a powerful reminder of the beauty and pain of love that comes and goes like the seasons.

Listen to Marianne below

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