“Ice Cream Cake“ by Songbird

“Ice Cream Cake” by Songbird is an emotional pop track that tackles the sadness that comes with your friends letting you down. Songbird is a talented artist with impressive vocals that delivers compelling production and vulnerable lyrics in her new song “Ice Cream Cake.” She sets the scene at her birthday party, where it seems like none of her friends actually showed up. Even if they had good excuses, it still hurts, and Songbird can no longer pretend that she doesn’t care. For anyone who feels like they put in more than what they get back in their relationships, this song will hit you right in the heart.

The track begins with emotional piano chords and an intimate vocal as Songbird paints the picture of her empty birthday party. She describes balloons littered on the floor, a TV screen gone static, and herself trying to keep it together. We can clearly visualize the room and feel the unrealized celebration, making the story even more impactful. The chorus ups the energy, using a soaring atmosphere to drive home Songbird’s emotions. The impassioned vocal, deep, pulsing synths, and big drum hits poignantly mirror her chaotic feelings. 

Lyrics like “I’m watching ice cream cake melt” and “today I needed promises kept” show Songbird’s feelings catching up to her. She mentions how normally she gives her friends grace and accepts their excuses, but watching her cake melt makes her realize it’s not fair for her friends to bail yet again on such an important celebration.

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