Hailey Picardi Releases “scars to prove it” EP
LA-based singer-songwriter Hailey Picardi has released her new EP scars to prove it. A collection of 7 songs, the EP explores distorted perceptions of love anchored by a title lifted from a lyric that defines how those expectations shaped her perspective.
At just 19 years old, Picardi has mastered an artform that pop veterans spend decades chasing: turning a digital echo chamber into an intimate conversation. Her new EP isn’t just a collection of songs, but rather a definitive arrival of a new voice in indie-pop.
Each of the seven tracks examines the boundaries of warmth and a burn by listing painful moments where toxicity was mistaken for affection.
The opening track chaotic captures the anxiety of one wanting a relationship that is healthy but also fearing it won’t satisfy their heart. Picardi’s vocals enhance this feeling with her sensitive voice and the accompanying instrumental that adds a layer of hypnosis into the mix.
A personal favorite of this writer specifically is the track double edged sword, which critiques cynical and harmful relationships and is enhanced by the song’s raw chorus that digs into the track’s heavy lyricism.
scars to prove it proves that Picardi’s streaming numbers and monthly listeners aren’t a result of algorithms but a genuine sense of sharing experiences that relate to others. Picardi uses her emotions to express herself throughout each track and does so unapologetically.
This release shows how relatable experiences in the case of love can be shared as a sign of strength and resilience.
scars to prove it is currently available on streaming services such as Spotify and Apple Music, and believe me you won’t be disappointed.