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‘Hanging By a Thread’ is an experimental track that starts with a voice note, and then weaves this into the song as a motif throughout. Speaking on the tune, Dalia expressed that the track was written “during a period of intense personal turmoil”, as she noted that she was forced to confront repressed emotions.
She said: “Hanging By a Thread chronicles the breakdown of a relationship weighed down by unhealed wounds.”
The track is a pop ballad that celebrates and recognises the strength in vulnerability and emphasises the empowerment that can come from owning your tears and subsequent emotions.
The song was a result of Dalia realising she was still tied to a past relationship whilst with a new love, and the fallout of the unresolved connection. ‘Hanging by a Thread’ unravels her inner monologue of feeling lost, confused and guilty.
Musically, the melancholy lyrics juxtapose with the rhythmic base of the tune. There is a build-up of guitar strumming, paired well with percussion to provide an electric feel to the single by the end of the track.
This pop track is an excellent portrayal of self-reflection, and coming of age, and the catchy chorus makes us eager to hear more of this new sound from Dalia.
Dalia’s tracks would be well suited to fans of Holly Humberstone, Phoebe Bridgers and Gracie Abrams.
