Janette King – How Sad [Single + Video]

Janette King‘s new single, “How Sad,” is a gingery cocktail of R&B and electro-pop that sizes up the emotional crossfire of one-sided relationships. King‘s silky, soulful voice tells a story of heartache and yearning, set against an energetic, dance-worthy beat that invites listeners to both move and mull over the song’s bittersweet lyrics. The track, which serves as the lead single and title track of her forthcoming two-track EP, showcases the ease at which Janette can shift between genres and styles with elegant ease – her voice coming across as sweet, sultry, and sassy in the same breath.

Our star conveys the quiet frustration of being in a romance that has withered into something unrecognizable with the perfect amount of “get gone” attitude. As the song unfolds, King‘s lyrics build to a crescendo, and the listener is left feeling as if they’ve just turned and walked away from a bad romance, with their head held high and their heart still beating.

The production, a collaboration between Janette and producer Jordan Esau, is a flashing wave of techno-pop filtered through a retro-futuristic lens. This pulsating soundscape, paired with King‘s overall allure, creates an experience that’s both cathartic and captivating.

With Pride Month drawing near, Janette King‘s “How Sad” pays homage to the roots of house music and the Black and gay nightclub culture that spawned it. The song serves as a powerful reminder that, amidst the complexities of love and heartbreak, we must always prioritize our own well-being and recognize our worth.

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