While debut “Not Good Enough for the Truth” wallows in the aftermath, the torment of a love song and dreams gone to waste, the next chapter is far more brazen. It speaks to an undesirable hold—a grip too tight, built on conditions and false marketing. Without using tactics of emotional abuse in name, it’s clear that guilt tripping and gaslighting were experienced. In sound, the manipulative character is played in spades; a dark alternative pop analysis of the facts, eventually seen for what (and who) they are.
The writing is clever and cynical, but far from your run-of-the-mill teen angst anthem. Green has a jaded tone, a fiery motivation and bass-heavy production that turns disappointment to vengeance. Existing is taxing, but “SICKWISHES” shows you that realization can be fruitful and it is always okay to let out an emphatic scream.
Written by: Chloe Hoy
Photo credit to: Gerardo Ramos
