In the ever-evolving indie-pop landscape, HAPPIE’s ‘Real Love’ EP highlights her growth as an artist, balancing introspective lyrics with innovative musical arrangements.
The opening track, “Real Love,” is a haunting exploration of love’s nuances, now brought to life with a beautiful music video created in collaboration with the Hollywood Ballet. “Shooting Star,” dedicated to her father, follows with its gentle acoustic arrangement, setting an emotional tone that carries through the EP. “Close,” co-written with Ori Rakib and Andre Herd, explores the theme of emotional distance with a minimalist production that complements the song’s introspective nature. The EP closes with “Easy,” a refreshing track that offers a lighter, more accessible counterpoint to the emotional weight of the earlier songs.
‘Real Love’ is a nuanced and heartfelt exploration of love and connection, solidifying HAPPIE’s place as a significant voice in indie-pop.
Garth Thomas