“Maze” by Sadie Nix is a fresh pop track that combines contemporary production with nostalgic pop instrumentation, making for a uniquely exciting listening experience. A story of personal growth in the context of leaving a complicated relationship, this song is a welcoming place for anyone who has had trouble separating themself from a harmful romantic situation.
Throughout this song, Nix compares an unfulfilling relationship to a confusing maze. Something you want to get out of, but can’t help feeling trapped in, whether that’s because you still care about the person or because you don’t want to let go of the good times. This person isn’t giving Nix any hints as to if the relationship might lead anywhere, nor any reassurance that the relationship has the potential to heal. So she has to ask “what’s a girl supposed to do when I’m stuck in a maze with you?” The journey of the track sees her realizing she would rather be alone than stay in this exhausting puzzle of a relationship, and she finds the strength to accept that she has the power to end the relationship no matter the pain.
Gritty guitars and heavy drums bring in elements of early 2000s rock pop, helped by the powerful vocal performance. Nix’s vocals are accusatory and full of emotion, moving from angry to triumphant as she begins to accept her situation and newfound independence. Catchy instrumental hooks and ear candy ad-libs build as the song goes on, providing an engaging sonic journey as well as a lyrical one.
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