Susie Maddocks – Welcome To My World [Single]

Susie Maddocks takes her time with “Welcome To My World,” a slow build that mixes mood-driven alt-pop with a touch of classical-tinged baroque pop. The song wraps soft vocals around an appropriately melodramatic arrangement – mixing her alt-pop hooks with classical touches like pizzicato strings and dulcet keys. You get the sense that Maddocks, with Charlie Crane on production, knew exactly how to keep things simple but stirring, using just the right amount of layers to make it stick.

The lyrics are where Maddocks really shines though. She handles themes of isolation and wanting connection with an authenticity that feels honest and not overwhelming. It’s all about that push and pull between wanting to stand strong and still feeling the need to connect with others. You hear it most clearly when she sings, “The art of being strong while I’m longing to belong.” Her voice is airy, but there’s a depth there, especially as she adds operatic touches in just the right spots, letting her emotions really seep through.

“Welcome To My World” isn’t some huge, attention-grabbing anthem, but it sticks with you—perfect for those moments when you’re lost in thought but not ready to fully sink into your feelings. Susie‘s soft touch is balanced with just enough gravity to make sure the tenderness doesn’t wash over the strength of what she’s saying.

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