Magi Merlin finds self-compassion on new single So Smart

Montreal-based artist Magi Merlin writes herself a pacifying ode to self-kindness on new single So Smart, recognising that, in truth, no one else holds the authority to give us the empathy we need most but ourselves. The combination of her layered vocals and radical instrumentation almost lends the song a three-dimensional feel. So Smart is the third single off POWER HOUSE, Magi Merlin’s upcoming debut album due July 10th via Bonsound.

As Magi puts it: So Smart is an ode to finding sympathy for your own self. We made it in Mexico City and I ended up having a full meltdown, broke ten years of vegetarianism over a taco and felt like a complete fraud. Funky told me I had to be nicer to myself, and then Sam played the song back and that line was just there: 'I'll push to be kinder to myself... I guess.' It's essentially about getting over myself in the most empathetic way possible.