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Written By: Isabel Merjos, Giovanni Rose-Hilton Produced By: Giovanni Rose-Hilton, Isabel Merjos Length: 3:28 Genre: Electro House Song Description:The song starts off with a bass like synth and keyboard. Izzy sings in a medium toned voice as the song sounds like it's picking up. It's followed by some drum beats as Izzy's voice gets louder and into the chorus, the song takes a dance like feeling to it. The keyboards and synths are becoming more noticeable as it goes back down as she sings the second verse. The song has a sort of dramatic, dance sounding to it matching with Izzy's vocals which really compliment the beat. When Izzy sings the part "Take a walk from the shadows", her voice has an echoing affect that fades out. The beat changes it's tune in the chorus, picking up more synths and bass. As the song comes to a close, the beat calms down to the way it started in the beginning of the song, with Izzy singing in her soft and now high voice, holding the last note while the song fades out.
Quote:"In This Life is a song about basically letting go. It's for every woman, man, child, teenager, anyone, who is just afraid to do things or try new experiences. It's basically telling people to let go and just be a free person because we only have one life and we shouldn't waste it. We should be happy and always enjoy each moment as it comes. It's for that girl who's being talked about in school or that guy who is being bullied because of what he wears or the lady who can't seem to find what she's looking for or the man who just has given up hope on life. I think everyone should come out of whatever they are going through and see that sometimes life gets hard but we should live our lives to the fullest with no regrets. If you live your life in fear all the time, you'll miss out on all the great and wonderful things that life has to offer.
Gia is one of my favorite producers and she just seems to know what sound you're looking for without even telling her. I've recently became a fan of House music and it's just so invigorating and energetic and that's the sound I want to make with my new album which this single will be on. I want my album to be that album you listen to when you're down or when you need a good song to pick you up or you wanna dance and feel amazing. I feel it's my duty, especially as a female artist, to help and create positive and true messages for people to listen to." Lyrics[Verse 1] You can't win, You can't fight Until you realize it's your time In this life, In this life All those years, All those cries Someone comes and wipes your eyes In this life, In this life
Don't be afraid, Take a ride You've got nothing left to hide In this life, In this life Don't lose your sight, Don't lose your mind Everyone will start off blind In this life In this life
[Chorus] Ooh! Ooh! Ooh! You Know, You Know, You Know (In this life) Whooa! Whooa! Whooa! (Take a walk from the shadows)
[Verse 2] If you don't seek, You'll never find The hidden glories of your time In this life, In this life You learn to walk, You learn to run You'll learn to fight without your gun In this life, In this life
Don't walk away, Don't hesitate You have to learn to pass the hate In this life, In this life I know your weak, You can't survive But no one can easily just get by In this life In this life
[Chorus] Ooh! Ooh! Ooh! You Know, You Know, You Know (In this life) Whooa! Whooa! Whooa! (Take a walk from the shadows)
I can't live, I can't soar high If you won't be my wings to fly In this life, In this life In this life
Sounds Like: Written By: Isabel Merjos, Phil N. Produced By: Giovanni Rose-Hilton, Isabel Merjos Length: 3:25 Genre: Dance-Pop Song Description:An uptempo dance-pop ballad is the choice for starting the next track on the album. The song incorporates teen pop and pop-rock styles, electro-pop beats, and rock music. The song uses suspenseful strings in the beginning and they combine with a rhythmic drum to set the tone for the rest of the song, where violins are always joining in. This song is yet another example of Izzy's matured lyrics that seem to captivate the audience. The song features several key points where Izzy's voice is shining over the record yet not overshadowing the song itself. Lyrically, the song tells of a break up due to the male's views of the female. She also tells of her being proud and accepting of all her imperfections, noting that they make her feel fine and that he is the one that has a problem in the relationship.Quote:"Imperfections (Are the Best) was definitely one of my most inspiring songs to write. It's the feeling that all people get, when they feel they aren't good enough to be with someone and it takes themselves to figure out that they are fine. I loved writing this song because it was just pure honesty and relateable. I went through this with an ex and sometimes you start to take to heart what people tell you but you shouldn't. It's more of a self-discovery song, it's a process of finding out that yes, you are beautiful and you do have flaws but they make you, you. I think I wrote this song in like a hour because it was just really easy to write about something I've been through. It's also in a way a message for anyone who gets bullied. I think they should stand up and say 'Hey, I know I'm not perfect and you don't like the way I look or dress, etc, but I'm fine with the way I am and I love me so you're the one with the problem'. It's really a honest song about what I think of myself in a lot of ways. There's also some points in the song where I was talking about I doubted myself and thought he was right but it's all about really knowing yourself and being comfortable with yourself.
Gia was really pushing this song to be on the album, because initially it wasn't going to be but she really thought it should be on the album. I trust her judgement completely so we put this song on the album and I'm glad we did. I usually don't second guess myself but I'm positive this song was a crucial part of my album. She completely trusted me to write because usually she helps me with my writing or someone else does but she gave it all to me and said 'Have at it!' and so I did." Lyrics[Verse 1] You told me the last time I needed To look like a different girl I thought back and believed you But now I don't really think it's true Now here we are and you're begging me For another chance to let you have the key To my heart, you want that, but guess what?
[Chorus] Sick and tired of all your tests Don't wanna do this no more It's time that we took a rest We're always going to war If you can't handle my worse Then you don't deserve my best, my best Because I love all my imperfections My imperfections, my imperfections They are the best, my imperfections My imperfections, oh, yeah, yeah
[Verse 2] Now that we're finally over I feel like I can breathe again You told me about your standards And now you are the one in pain I saw the light and the problem too Spent all that time trying to hurt myself Not going back since I realized My problem was you
[Chorus] Sick and tired of all your tests Don't wanna do this no more It's time that we took a rest We're always going to war If you can't handle my worse Then you don't deserve my best, my best Because I love all my imperfections My imperfections, my imperfections They are the best If you can't handle my worse Then you don't deserve my best Because I love all my imperfections My imperfections, my imperfections Oh, yeah, yeah
[Bridge] Thought that I was being foolish Thought that I just wasn't enough But now I know that I am perfectly imperfect And now you aren't so tough, whoa-oh-whoa-oh-oh
[Chorus] Sick and tired of all your tests Don't wanna do this no more (Don't wanna do this no more) It's time that we took a rest We're always going to war (We're always going to war) If you can't handle my worse Then you don't deserve my best, my best Because I love all my imperfections
My pride is stronger now Something that you'll never break I see the look in your eyes Knowing you've made a mistake If you can't handle my worse Then you don't deserve my best, my best Because I love all my imperfections My imperfections, my imperfections They are the best If you can't handle my worse Then you don't deserve my best, best Because I love all my imperfections My imperfections, my imperfections
You told me the last time I needed To look like a different girl
Sounds Like: Written By: Giovanni Rose-Hilton, Sunny Monroe Produced By: Giovanni Rose-Hilton Length: 3:35 Genre: Indie Pop, Indie Dance Song Description:Starting off with what sounds like a synthesizer, this track really takes the album in a different direction already. With it's smooth beats and simple rhythm, this song proves to slow things down a bit and give a softer tone. Izzy's soft, delicate voice is heard over the beat, giving it a crisp, airy feeling which really feels relaxing. Singing in almost complete soprano, the track turns into another direction once the full band is heard with instruments ranging from synths to percussion and so on. The verses are sung in the same way each time and there seems to be keyboards introduced towards the end of them. Izzy's voice is reflected with backing vocals as she sings in a low soprano voice which plays off of each other. Singing about a lost love, Izzy really turns the song into a dreamy trance that makes you want to just really sit back and contemplate. Once again, the singer manages to make a perfect transition during the song while singing and holding her note smoothly during the last round of the chorus.Quote:"This track was inspired by my little sister. She was talking to me about a boy she had a crush on and I just though 'Man, I remember when it used to be so simple to date and it was so innocent' so I was wanting to write a song about it and then it turned into a song about when you get older and you don't find that love anymore. You don't find those innocent guys who just are honest and wanna care about you. In a sense it's also talking about you not being able to find that love you once shared with someone before. The sound was absolutely something I didn't imagine myself doing but it really turned out great. There was a sort of indie feel to it which I've never done before so that was fun. As I said before, this album has some different sounds and a variety of shades of me.
Sunny Monroe is a songwriter that Gia had referred me to so she could help me with the song. She was really nice and patient so we hit it off fast. She told me to just relax and paint a picture with my words so I tried. She has this thing where she likes to close her eyes, dream for a moment, wake up, and then write. I tried it and the product was this song, it's amazing. We had a lot of fun working on this song. She has really helped me with my songwriting throughout the album. I've never thought I was the best songwriter but she really helps you to gain confidence and just try different methods of writing. This was probably one of my favorite songs on the album, really hits home. I wanted a track on here that can make you think but also makes you reflect and I think this track was definitely the one to do it."
Lyrics[Verse 1] Days go by but I still remember when you first said my name You were sitting real high in that old oak tree the one where we played our games I used to follow you everyday after school until you stopped Then you never showed up anymore and I
[Chorus] Ooh la la, I fell in love with the boy of my dreams Till he went away Ooh la la, I fell in love with the boy of my dreams Till he went away I dream about you every day and I can't help myself I dream about you every day and I can't help myself
[Verse 2] The image of your face when you first start smiling the smell of my sweet perfume Your hand was so warm when you took mine and I hoped our love would bloom I used to write your name all on my notebooks Then you never showed up anymore and I
[Chorus] Ooh la la, I fell in love with the boy of my dreams Till he went away Ooh la la, I fell in love with the boy of my dreams Till he went away I dream about you every day and I can't help myself (Help myself) Ooh la la, I fell in love with the boy of my dreams Till he went away Ooh la la, I fell in love with the boy of my dreams Till he went away [Bridge] Would have did all I could to make us work, Would have gave you anything you wanted Would have did what I could to make us work, Wish you didn't go and hurt yourself
[Chorus] Ooh la la, I fell in love with the boy of my dreams Till he went away Ooh la la, I fell in love with the boy of my dreams Till he went away I dream about you every day and I can't help myself (Help myself) Ooh la la, I fell in love with the boy of my dreams Till he went away Ooh la la, I fell in love with the boy of my dreams Till he went away (Would have did all I could to make us work, would have gave you anything you wanted) Ooh la la, I fell in love with the boy of my dreams Till he went away (Would have did what I could to make us work, Wish you didn't go and hurt yourself) Ooh la la, I fell in love with the boy of my dreams Till he went away Ooh la la, I fell in love with the boy of my dreams Till he went away
Sounds Like: Written By: Isabel Merjos, Giovanni Rose-Hilton, Sunny Monroe Produced By: Giovanni Rose-Hilton, Rico Love Length: 3:47 Genre: Teen Pop, Acoustic, Indie Pop Song Description:Beginning with the sound of a lone guitar, this continues the somber feel of the album now. Joining in with Izzy's vocals, a drum beat is heard as well as she is singing in a low, crisp voice. The sounds of Izzy vocalizing in the back while she is singing the chorus really compliments the sound. Her voice almost sounds broken and tethered but still beautiful and entrancing. The song speaks about becoming a new person and to focus on what's important and not just looks. Izzy seems to be reaching out to the fans again with this record, giving yet another motivational encouragement to leave old things behind. The small added effects don't drown out the singers singing abilities or make the record sound like it's too much but rather it adds an extra kick to the track.Quote:"I believe this track has a very summer, teen feeling to it and I wanted to direct this to girls everywhere. It's about how I see a lot of girls are today. They base everything on their looks and seem to think that's what they should mainly be concerned about but it's not. It's really rare to see girls not wear tons of make up and think looking otherwise isn't beautiful or appealing. It's about trying to better yourself and forgetting all that you thought you knew to become someone new. I'm telling them to leave that girl behind so they can embrace the other side of life. It tells of how girls can sometimes feel as if they are not enough but they have to constantly compete to be someone in the world and I wanna tell them that they don't need to look like magazine covers or centerfolds because all that matters is how you see yourself and if you're happy with the way you are. It also goes for the opposite, if you feel you should change something then go for it because all that will matter in the future is what you think.
When I was given the beat for this song, I thought I was going to be writing another love song but those weren't the words that came out. It turns out I had this on my mind and the words came out naturally and after a few hours I had finished the song. At first it was going to be kind of a happy song but then of course Gia knew that it had to be sung a certain way and I think that really affects to whole song. She is just really a genius when it comes to music, she knows how I sing and how I should sing on certain songs. Despite the depressing feeling most might feel, I think it's a really good summer song and it almost has that atmosphere to it. It's another one of my favorites."
Lyrics[Verse 1] Stop looking now, take that mirror and throw it away Why punish yourself? With the cruel jokes that they like to play But you start back again Know that you need a friend Someone who can make you smile In the dark and the night Do whatever you like Just don't give up the fight
[Chorus] Beauty comes and goes but it won't define your life Take away that make up and the aesthetic high Don't live your whole life while it is based on a lie You know that you're more than nothing Leave that girl behind Ah-ah-oh Ah-ah-oh (Leave her behind) Ah-ah-oh Ah-ah-oh (Leave her behind) Ah-ah-oh Ah-ah-oh Leave her behind
[Verse 2] You're grown up now, all those past thoughts mean nothing today (No nothing) Life's just begun, no time to worry and no time to delay And the thought's at an end Now the start can begin You wonder if you're right In the dark and the night Do whatever you like Just don't give up the fight (Don't give it up)
[Chorus] Beauty comes and goes but it won't define your life Take away that make up and the aesthetic high Don't live your whole life while it is based on a lie You know that you're more than nothing Leave that girl behind Ah-ah-oh Ah-ah-oh (Leave her behind) Ah-ah-oh Ah-ah-oh
[Bridge] Make this last forever, don't ever let the feeling escape Make this last forever, don't ever let this feeling escape, you (Last forever, Last forever, Last forever, Last forever)
[Chorus] Beauty comes and goes but it won't define your life (Woo!) Take away that make up and the aesthetic high Don't live your whole life while it is based on a lie You know that you're more than nothing Leave that girl behind
Beauty comes and goes but it won't define your life Take away that make up and the aesthetic high Don't live your whole life while it is based on a lie You know that you're more than nothing
Ah-ah-oh Ah-ah-oh (Leave her behind) Ah-ah-oh Ah-ah-oh
[Chorus] Beauty comes and goes but it won't define your life Take away that make up and the aesthetic high Don't live your whole life while it is based on a lie You know that you're more than nothing Leave that girl behind Ah-ah-oh Ah-ah-oh (Leave her behind) Ah-ah-oh Ah-ah-oh
Make this last forever (Ah-ah-oh, Ah-ah-oh) Don't ever let the feeling escape Make this last forever (Ah-ah-oh, Ah-ah-oh) Don't ever let this feeling escape, you
Beauty comes and goes but it won't define your life Take away that make up and the aesthetic high Don't live your whole life while it is based on a lie You know that you're more than nothing Leave that girl behindSounds Like: |