Australian pop artist Emily Coupe has released her new semi-autobiographical single “Toxic”, and it will resonate with any listener who’s ever been involved in an unhealthy relationship.
“Toxic” starts off boldly with some dark, pulsing synths to draw the listener in, similar to the way Coupe is drawn towards the toxic relationship the song refers to. An insistent guitar drives the track forward as Coupe’s captivating vocal delivery kicks in.
The distortion of both the electronic elements and Coupe’s voice throughout the song conveys the confusion and uncertainty that can come with these irresistible yet unhealthy relationships. We do, however, catch a glimpse of hope and empowerment as Coupe sings “so live your best life / you’ll be fine”. You can listen here.
Emily Coupe’s acoustic style has evolved over the years with the influence of artists like Taylor Swift, Ariana Grande, The Weeknd, and others. With several new releases still to come this year, Coupe continues to make a name for herself in the pop scene, and we can’t wait to see what comes next.
