Tessa Rae shares new single “if you still like me in the morning”
Oakland-born, LA-raised indie pop singer-songwriter Tessa Rae returns on DNü with her stunning new single, “if you still like me in the morning”. This track, the second single from her upcoming EP Sweetly, Softly, which drops this summer, showcases Rae’s beautiful vocals layered over indie production. The song delves into themes of anxiety, desire, and uncertainty, inspired by a dream where her crush returns to an ex.
Rae’s growth as an artist is evident in this release. Her ability to convey raw emotion through both her vocals and songwriting has matured, resulting in a piece that feels both personal and universally relatable.
“I had a dream that someone I liked got back with their ex. I asked them one night half-jokingly if they would still like me in the morning. I think as women it’s fun for us to transform from day to night. We dress up, do our hair and makeup, and it can feel really powerful to choose how we present ourselves to the world. But you always wonder if someone will still like you first thing when you wake up, at your most raw and vulnerable state. Imagining you’ll never be enough for someone can lead to a lot of unnecessary jealousy. It’s an emotion I’ve tried to make sense of but still can’t quite figure out.” — Tessa Rae.
Stream “if you still like me in the morning” below:
Photo Credit: Shane McCauley
