Rising singer-songwriter Suki Summer is back with “Marianne”, an intimate and reflective track. Known for her unique take on indie pop, dream pop, and bedroom pop, Suki continues to carve out a space for herself in today’s pop-rock scene with her fresh, unapologetic voice.
“Marianne” draws on inspiration from Suki’s travels across Europe, capturing the bittersweet nature of a brief but passionate romance. The track explores themes of intimacy, vulnerability, and the fleeting nature of summer love. “I wanted this song to encapsulate the time we spent together, which was beautiful and fun but also tainted with a sadness of knowing that when the summer ended, so would our time together“, Suki shares. The song’s title and the hook of the chorus are inspired by her connection with her former lover, who noted her resemblance to Marianne, the protagonist from Sally Rooney’s Normal People, and to actress Daisy Edgar-Jones, who portrays her in the TV adaptation.
Suki’s melancholic vocal delivery brings the poignant lyrics to life, particularly in the second verse, where she longs for a different outcome, one where goodbyes are never necessary. The track’s layers of harmonies and evocative instrumentation, created with the help of her engineer Neil and musician Basil, bring an air of nostalgia and romanticism, perfectly capturing the emotional complexity of a summer romance that couldn’t last.
With “Marianne”, Suki Summer continues to build on her reputation as a masterful storyteller who isn’t afraid to delve into the tender, vulnerable aspects of herself. The track speaks to anyone who has experienced a fleeting love and finds beauty in the brief, yet unforgettable moments. “This song allowed me to explore my own vulnerability, which I owe to this person”, says Suki. “I am really grateful that we were able to share that chapter of time together.“
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