In the kaleidoscopic world of Australian pop, AYLA returns with an enchanting musical revelation in her latest single, ‘Should’ve Been Fine.’ An aficionado in crafting emotionally charged melodies, AYLA takes her audience on a profound journey exploring the intricacies of love and the weight of pivotal decisions.
Against a backdrop that could be likened to an apocalyptic dreamscape, AYLA’s genuine emotion shines, inviting listeners to ponder life’s fragility and the transformative power of seising the moment. AYLA stands as a beacon of innovation in the modern music scene. Unassuming as a person, yet audaciously bold as an artist, she fearlessly pushes the boundaries of decadent pop. Her music is a fusion of sharp, infectious hooks, multi-faceted production, and lyrics that explore existential questions. However, it’s her voice that reigns supreme, etching a distinct identity onto every track.
‘Should’ve Been Fine’ began as a raw, independent demo, a testament to AYLA’s creative autonomy. The inspiration for ‘Should’ve Been Fine’ unveils a deeply personal narrative. AYLA shares, “I wrote this song about being in love with my best friend, who loved me back, but we knew it wouldn’t work out. ‘Holding off on happiness cause some stupid little things didn’t line up’ is a line in the chorus that pretty much sums it up! I was really feeling like life was too short to let anything get in the way of two people loving each other and being together.”
Collaborating with Sam Thomlinson and Peter Holz during production, added layers of complexity, ensuring the music mirrors the profound emotional depth of the lyrics. The result is a landscape that straddles upbeat anthem and composition. AYLA’s unique style in the contemporary music scene is a breath of fresh air, mixing sophistication, darkness, and vivacity; which is one of the many reasons why Eat This Music has been a fan of her music ever since coming across her single ‘Like The Other Kids‘ in 2016. Her compositions boast irresistible hooks, intricate production, and lyrics that tap into universal yet intricate emotions. It’s her voice, however, that emerges as the most potent instrument, carving out a space that is undeniably and unmistakably hers.
With this new song, AYLA not only opens a window into the complexities of human emotion, but also showcases her hope that the song is what resonates – not just within the context of her own experience – as a universal anthem for anyone grappling with the frustration of letting something great slip away.
