Seanna Pereira’s second single, “Arsonist,” continues to cement her place among the next wave of pop voices in the industry. “Arsonist” is the second release from her upcoming debut EP, and it empowers both her voice and her story with a thoughtful melody and captivating lyrics.
“Arsonist” is a love story gone wrong: it describes a toxic pull that keeps you in, even while you know that the exit sign is bright and flashing, calling you to run through. The song conveys the complexity of emotions that come with understanding that logically, you need to leave, but you still choose to stay due to the love in your heart for the other person. You ultimately make the active decision to stay until everything blows up in flames, like an arsonist. Pereira shares more about the meaning behind the song:
“’Arsonist’ is about craving something you know will hurt you, but wanting it anyway. It’s that intoxicating pull toward a person you should walk away from, but can’t. Even when everyone warns you against it, you still choose to run toward the fire.”
Pereira’s creativity in the progression of building tension in the song is impeccable. The song also makes listeners feel the internal struggle within their own hearts and minds. This power of emotion allows Pereira to solidify her position as one of the most exciting up-and-coming artists today.
“Arsonist” by Seanna Pereira is out now:
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