WEKS chatted with us about her favorite song on her new EP, “20 Something,” and the story she was trying to tell through her music.
How long have you been working on your 20 Something EP?
The EP was written and recorded over a six-month span. It’s funny because coming into the project, I had a setlist of songs in mind, but then I just ended up writing new ones as the EP was being recorded. The only song from the original list that made it on was “Bayside.”
What inspired the sound of your 20 Something EP?
The change in sound really came from the change in songwriting. I went into this new project with an idea in mind that I wanted more heavy aspects of pop production, but once the songs were written, the production really evolved with the themes of each of them. My executive producer, B.E.A.R., took the ideas I had and connected us with some really amazing producers that brought the vision to life.
What’s your favorite song off the EP and why?
My favorite song off the EP is “Bayside” because it offers a narration on my own struggles with mental health, and I feel like it’s the most honest song on the EP. It’s a topic I’m not always comfortable talking about, so I’m happy I was able to go out of my comfort zone for this song.
Tell us about your new single “Two-Faced.” What inspired the lyrics?
Well, I definitely found myself in a sticky situation! It’s about casually dating two people at once and trying to navigate your own feelings within that. You’re not sure where either relationship is going to be what you’re looking for, or what the right thing to do is, so it’s about trying to figure out the best outcome without hurting anyone.
What story are you trying to tell with this EP?
I’m mainly trying to tell the story of the expectations vs. realities of being in your twenties. You have these incredible highs and lows, and I think the EP as a whole highlights both of those aspects.
What advice do you have for aspiring singers?
My advice to aspiring singers would be to write honestly and focus on what you need to get out of your head, versus what you think people want to hear. It always feels better that way.
