Do you ever feel judged? Misunderstood? Analyzed based on someone’s misconceptions and beliefs? “Heart Beat” is a heartfelt captivating track written by a Filipino singer-songwriter based in London that delves deep into the topic. It features a perfect collision of lyrical prowess with a catchy melody that sounds ethereal, and its message is conveyed perfectly through both elements.
Co-produced by Roberto Panovski, “Heart Beat” is about prejudice, social, and emotional challenges that are ignited by those who have negative notions. “Never been a sweet child, always been a G child. Caught up in a real life rolling up a rizla. Just be honest, can you tell me more. Your eyes are window to your soul,” sings Jehnniel.
Through the indie song, Jehnniel is able to express herself through raw emotions and a dreamy tune. What’s remarkable about the track is how it begins with the soft piano strumming, before the beat kicks in and Jehnniel’s provocative vocals radiate through the track. The echoing bells provide this dream-like state that you immediately enter once you hit the second verse.
“My Songs are the result after my awakening,” shared Jehnniel. “I believe I have gone through the dark night of the soul as what others might call it. The impulse to take my music to the next level was so vivid that I had to conquer my soul and so I decided to write and sing like the birds, howl like the wolves not worrying about who hears or what others might think. A quote inspired by Rumi.”
Having grown up with music around her family, Jehnniel has been passionate about music from an early age. She’s a single mother, but after her daughter has grown up, she decided to pursue her passion for music. She takes inspiration from the likes of The Beatles, Bob Dylan, David Bowie, Radiohead, Bjork, Coldplay, among many others.
“Heart Beat”’s rhythmic elements stand out incredibly as they are the driving force behind the song. Since it covers quite the relatable theme, it carries a powerful potential to connect with listeners worldwide while still maintaining a catchy tune. One thing for sure, it definitely shows off Jehnniel’s strong abilities as a musician, and sets her inhibitions free.
“Just like Nature, we humans are very unpredictable, we explode like the mountains, and we cry like the oceans, but at the same time we yearn for acceptance and to be understood,” concluded Jehnniel.