MARINA’s new song “PRINCESS OF POWER” is a celebration of the feminine divine, an expedition in fantasy, and a powerful proclamation of self-confidence. Full of unapologetic affirmations of self-trust and creative quips, the new song is irresistible.
MARINA is known for her stunning visuals, inventive production and soaring vocals in soprano. On her new album — also titled PRINCESS OF POWER — she lets us into a world of royal fantasy. The album’s cover shines in metallic turquoise and a posed MARINA, giving the listener an instant feeling of poised excitement as they press play.
Picture a spaceship preparing to launch, powering up its controls as the engines heat and white smoke billows from the base. The anticipatory feeling is all-encompassing, and you can’t take your eyes off the ship. That’s how it feels to open MARINA’s ‘PRINCESS OF POWER’ in your music app — see the illustrious album cover — excitedly turn on the first song, and you hear:
Soft strings and a far-away voice eloquently introduce the story. We are preparing for liftoff. “Love is our…” Then BOOM! TAKE OFF! “DESIGN!” exclaims the voice! And love is our design; Marina Diamandis has it right.
Once the pulse of the song begins, we hear a bouncing bass line accompanied by synth. As the tempo doubles, the volume triples, and MARINA’s enticing voice resounds, telling the tale of her transformation. “This spaceship has left the station / I’ve had a revelation,” she says. During the song’s chorus, MARINA shows off her soprano.”Welcome to my world, princess of power!” she exclaims. In this song, MARINA discusses how she identifies strongly with her big heart and expresses gratitude for this trait. She labels it as her superpower and prides herself on the healing she’s done.
In the next song, “BUTTERFLY,” she decides to take control of her narrative, leaving behind those who hurt her. She’s always been a butterfly, and now she’s ready to spread her wings. Sonically, the song’s chorus is kitschy and playful, sung with a voice filter that sounds almost baby-like.
Now that MARINA’s confidence has been truly born and realized, at this point in the album, we hit the peak track: “CUNTISSIMO.” Easily one of the best songs on the album, this track is exciting, unique, and, well, you know what else (based on the title). It has an intense bass line and serves as the ultimate anthem for unapologetic confidence.
Next comes the middle of the album, made up of: “ROLLERCOASTER,” “CUPID’S GIRL,” “METALLIC STALLION,” “JE NE SAIS QUOI” and “DIGITAL FANTASY.” These songs discuss MARINA’s journey with love, desire, and confidence, and tell the tale of her carving her path despite others’ opinions.
The tail end of the album is reflective and rooted in deeper emotion, with tracks “EVERYBODY KNOWS I’M SAD,” “HELLO KITTY, “I <3 U” and “ADULT GIRL.” These are all amazing songs.
In “EVERYBODY KNOWS I’M SAD,” MARINA forces herself to confront her chronic feeling of loneliness, yearning for a change or an answer. She also discusses isolation’s trap: “In a foreign city, doesn’t even matter if you’re pretty / Doesn’t matter what I do.” We all need a moment every once in a while to wallow in sadness, and that’s this song’s bittersweet role in this album.
Next, “HELLO KITTY” taps into MARINA’s tendency for playful, charming lyricism, and “I <3 U” references the world of 70’s disco music. We love that MARINA loves fantasy, it makes the album so fun!
We strike deep with “ADULT GIRL,” a gloomy song chronicling the singer-songwriter’s life: when she was young, she couldn’t be a kid, and now, as an adult, she craves to be carefree and lighthearted, but those feelings are so hard to find.
Once this section of the album ends, we reach the final boss — literally, that’s the name of the last song! “FINAL BOSS” keeps you on the edge of your seat with who will win the battle it describes. And if you’d like to know, it’s best to listen to find out. But a hint: remember that MARINA’s stunning voice commands a room and unapologetic spirit crafts the perfect song.
It’s clear MARINA has the power to shine as our favorite art-pop star, through her fantastical world-building and creative sound. This new album solidifies her as the blueprint for feminine pride.
You can stream “PRINCESS OF POWER” on all platforms, out now!
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