Emily - 'In My Blood' by Shawn Mendes Review
Hello friends, how have you all been? Lately I have been listening to Shawn Mendes' new single, "In My Blood". The song currently sits on number 36 for the seventh week in a row in the Billboard Hot 100.
The reason why I love this song so much is the composition of the music and message within the lyrics. The song is raw with emotions, which explores the 'vulnerable' side of the singer. The lyrics have profound symbolism and meaning, with the opening lyrics establishing his anxiety "help me, it’s like the walls are caving in, sometimes I feel like giving up". This is a reoccurring theme throughout the song with, "I'm overwhelmed and insecure" reinforcing the singer's pain and desperation to the point where "no medicine is strong enough".
However the song moves onto a more empowering motion in the chorus with the music becoming more upbeat as the singer almost yells "It isn't in my blood" after revealing he almost gives up hope. This song is a reminder to those that despite the fame, success and money, these dark and empty feelings are also present. Additionally it relates to many listeners who may have struggled with their own anxiety and depression, the lyrics also empower listeners to not give into these feelings and remain strong.
If you haven't listened to this song already, I recommend you to listen to it as this has to be one of my absolute favourite songs from Shawn Mendes. I would recommend you to grab a box of tissues just as a warning, because you might need it (I know I did).
Rating: 10/10
That's all for me folks, signing off for the last time.
- Emily
References:
Billboard, Billboard Hot 100, accessed 13 May 2018, <https://www.billboard.com/charts/hot-100>.
Genius Lyrics, 2018, In My Blood,, photograph, accessed 13 May 2018, <https://genius.com/Shawn-mendes-in-my-blood-lyrics>.
However the song moves onto a more empowering motion in the chorus with the music becoming more upbeat as the singer almost yells "It isn't in my blood" after revealing he almost gives up hope. This song is a reminder to those that despite the fame, success and money, these dark and empty feelings are also present. Additionally it relates to many listeners who may have struggled with their own anxiety and depression, the lyrics also empower listeners to not give into these feelings and remain strong.
If you haven't listened to this song already, I recommend you to listen to it as this has to be one of my absolute favourite songs from Shawn Mendes. I would recommend you to grab a box of tissues just as a warning, because you might need it (I know I did).
Rating: 10/10
That's all for me folks, signing off for the last time.
- Emily
References:
Billboard, Billboard Hot 100, accessed 13 May 2018, <https://www.billboard.com/charts/hot-100>.
Genius Lyrics, 2018, In My Blood,, photograph, accessed 13 May 2018, <https://genius.com/Shawn-mendes-in-my-blood-lyrics>.
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