Brooke Martin delivers a certified pop moment with “Cross That Line,” a track that hits instantly and lingers long after it ends. From the jump, the song pulls you in with a polished beat, shimmering synths, and a hook that refuses to let go. But it’s the harmonies — chilling, layered, and emotionally loaded — that elevate this from a good pop song to a great one. This is a bop in every sense: jam to it, grind to it, replay it.
Sonically, “Cross That Line” balances escapism with emotional depth. The production is sleek and radio-ready, yet it never sacrifices feeling. Brooke’s vocals glide effortlessly over the beat, shifting between vulnerability and confidence, while the harmonies add a haunting push-and-pull that mirrors the song’s emotional tension. It’s upbeat enough to dance to, but sad enough to hit you when you least expect it — the sweet spot of modern “sad pop.”
Lyrically, the song captures that fragile in-between moment when love is still alive, but cracks are starting to show. It’s about two people realizing they may not be right for each other anymore, yet holding onto hope that they can find their way back. That emotional contradiction is what makes the song feel so real — longing, acceptance, and desire all existing at once.
Written with longtime collaborator Andrew Kirk and brought to life in the studio with GRAMMY-winning producer Chris Penny, “Cross That Line” serves as the first glimpse into Brooke Martin’s highly anticipated debut EP. A two-time ACMA Young Artist of the Year nominee, Brooke has already proven she belongs on major stages — and this track confirms it.
“Cross That Line” feels Grammy-level because it understands itself: catchy, honest, emotionally sharp, and impossible not to move to. Keep your eye on Brooke Martin — this is just the beginning.
Written by Taylor Berry
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