Ever feel like you’re pouring your heart out online, hoping someone—anyone—really sees you? em & I capture that aching modern truth in “Writing to Strangers,” a soulful indie pop track that blends emotional rawness with a dreamy, groove-filled soundscape.
The Montréal-based artist and producer—newly signed to Damaged Halo Records—delivers a song that reflects the quiet heartbreak of digital connection. Lines like “I might’ve swiped the one” and “it all comes down to my aesthetics” speak to the shallow nature of app-driven romance, where real emotion often gets lost in filters, captions, and perfectly curated profiles. His lyrics explore the tension between longing for something real and feeling stuck in a world of endless scrolling and half-formed connections.
The music itself tells a story too. It opens with a reassuring acoustic guitar, slowly building into a groovy, ethereal experience. Harmonies float, effects shimmer, and by the end, it melts into a calming, honey-smooth outro that feels like a release. It’s flirty, vulnerable, and quietly profound.
“Writing to Strangers” is a soundtrack for anyone navigating love in the digital age. Stream it now!
Written by Taylor Berry
WRITING TO STRANGERS” MUSIC VIDEO
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