“Cinderella” follows “Kissing Frogs,” which is another funloving twist on a modern fairytale. Lyrics include “Everybody says I’m a fairytale’s dream, but even Cinderella needs a day off it seems” and “I trade in my ballgown for jeans and a t-shirt; even Cinderella needs a day off work,” tease the audience. At the same time, her witty lyrics empower women, making the track both a self-love and freedom anthem.
The title track, “Wonder Woman,” strays from the previous, more upbeat songs, showing a more vulnerable, deeper side of D’Lee. Her storytelling of a little girl to adulthood, likely reflecting her own life, is sung over a calming, serene instrumental. Lyrics about growing up, life’s hardships, and self-discovery are some topics discussed; “Wonder Woman” beautifully captures these bittersweet moments. “Better Than Bitter” showcases D’lee’s more hard rock side, consisting of hard-hitting guitars and drums, while the closing tracks “Whispering Like a Yell” and “Chasing Dreams” are emotional ballads, the latter being a tribute to single mothers.
Overall, “Wonder Woman” is a dynamic body of art that will pique people’s interest everywhere.
