By: Staff
Anna Josephine's latest single, "Take My," is a captivating and powerfully dramatic musical experience that immediately grabs the listener's attention. The track opens with a heartbeat-like drumbeat that creates a palpable sense of anxiety, heightening the senses and evoking a feeling reminiscent of a thrilling horror movie. Whispers and alluring sounds further contribute to this haunting, immersive atmosphere, while the drum fills, reminiscent of door slams, instill a profound urgency. The introductory vocalizations tell a compelling story of white and numb fingertips, setting the stage for a true journey that paints vivid pictures with its evocative lyrics. As we hang on every word delivered by this talented songstress, we are drawn into the lulls and drops that are filled with a profound sense of fullness, only to be met with an incredibly entertaining and intense build-up that leaves us thoroughly enthralled. Standout lines like "all my thoughts and all my time" and "took a mortgage on my mind" are not only incredibly well-crafted but also thought-provoking, delivering a powerful message with a harrowing yet alluring quality. The unique musical arrangement is so captivating that one can't help but imagine a cinematic adaptation based on the song's cinematic scope and emotional depth. The high-pitched ending and the emotional crying out are both heartbreaking and impactful, hitting the listener like a dump truck of raw emotion. The final notes are as dramatically striking as the opening, leaving the audience with a strong desire to immediately restart the song and experience its captivating journey all over again. "Take My" by Anna Josephine is a must-add to any playlist, a song that begs to be shared and streamed for its sheer power and artistry.
Wait, there's more! We caught up with this exciting and emerging artist, Anna Josephine in “The Cage” to talk about music and much more.
Here’s how it went:
Can you walk us through your songwriting process and where the inspiration comes from for this latest project?
Inspiration comes every day if you tune in. I write down my thoughts in my notes app no matter how mundane and then I try to go back and expand on the way I was feeling and any sensory examples of what I was going through. For “Take My,” I was actually running at the track, killing myself with a really hard workout and realizing I was doing it to impress someone under the guise of self improvement.
Where do you create your music, i.e. in a home recording studio or with a producer? How do you finalize your finished work, ie self-mixed/mastered or another source?
I collaborate with my long time friend Carter Soso whom I have known since middle school. Carter and I were in choir and musical theater together in high school and he is now a full time producer in Los Angeles. I write my songs from start to finish on my own, after which he helps me fine tune them and produce them from his home studio. I couldn’t do it without him!
Is any part of your music's message or your personal purpose you feel fans should know more about? If so, what is that element, and why is it so important to you?
I like to call myself a happy girl who writes sad songs. Song writing is my primary method of processing emotion and form of self therapy. I’m really in tune with my feelings which allows me to write pretty emotional songs, but for the most part, because I am able to process in this way, I am a generally pretty happy and silly person. I always say that you gotta be living a life of whimsy! I love that people can connect with the innermost workings of my psyche, but it’s important for me to let people know that that isn’t my entire personality!
What has been the most motivating force in creating your music?
The fear of regretting not trying.
What part of the music-making process is the most stressful, ie. the creation, the actual release date, etc?
I think the promotion can be most draining. The making of the music is such a joy but begging people to listen to the song once it’s finished can be demoralizing.
If there was one thing you could change about the music industry, what would it be?
I’d love to see more streaming royalties for artists! Most musicians even at the highest caliber are not making the majority of their living off of fans streaming their music. They rely on touring and merch sales and other types of brand deals. It would be amazing if the average musician could make a living wage from people listening to their music!
Was there ever a time when you emotionally felt, “I can’t do this anymore”? Can you tell us why this happened and how you found the strength to continue?
Literally every week. It’s such a grind to work on music, but then I try to think of what else I would rather be doing, and the answer is nothing. The struggle of trying is way more tolerable than the struggle of giving up.
What advice would you give your younger self?
Listen to your dreams and go after them! I spent a lot of time in my youth thinking I needed to pursue what was “practical” or not taking my interest in the arts seriously enough. I always wish I had. But hey, better late than never!
What is your favorite song to cover?
Jolene by Dolly Parton
How do you feel about social media?
It is both a very useful tool that has opened up the possibility of making music for so many people and simultaneously the bane of my existence. I have yet to get a hold on my social media presence.
If you could go on any late-night talk show, which would it be? And based on present life, what would be the topic of discussion?
Not a late-night-talk show, but I would love to go on Chicken Shop Date with Amelia Dimoldenberg. Topic of discussion would be chicky tendies and dating.
Check out his latest release and listen to more of Anna Josephine on Spotify & YouTube.
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