Harpa is back! The keen reader might remember us featuring ‘Gone’ not long ago, a single we celebrated as “a beautiful and eclectic new tune showcasing her versatility and multifaceted artistic skills”. If that represented Harpa’s foray into rowdy classic rock territories, latest effort ‘What The Hell’ expands the sonic formula a fair bit, blending pop and soulful tones with rock-flavoured guitars and a charming, fierce vocal performance.
Writing about the conflicts of power between genders, the Nottingham-based songstress outlines interesting and meaningful storytelling, depicting a very precise situation involving female empowerment and independence. As Harpa eloquently explains: “The song tells the story of a woman – while everyone taught her as a young girl how to be what a man wants, she never learned the most valuable lesson of all – how to stand up for herself.”
Such words will resonate with many listeners out there, at a time when gender imbalance and inequality have been put under the microscope globally. Using her music and evocative, hard-hitting vocals as a fitting artistic vessel, Harpa sends a relatable and vital message to every female (and not) listener – find your inner voice and pursue your dreams.
Recommended! Discover ‘What The Hell’ on Spotify:
