The opus expands to take us on a literal journey about the debilitating pain of enduring the targeted, throbbing headache. Cheryl Craigie‘s lyricism is relatable and even evokes elements of PTSD, if you don’t currently have symptoms.
We appreciate the vocal delivery switch ups, from rap to ethereal dark pop. The soundscape is full of intricacies, and the chopped vocal break down for the finale with an epic crash falls perfectly in line with the concept of the song itself.
We learn that the track is designed to shed light on “a condition often misunderstood and overlooked”, and as a lifelong sufferer of migraine headaches, Cheryl Craigie captures “the pain, uncertainties, and life disruptions caused by the condition.”
The talented creator confesses, “Unfortunately, migraines have been front and center in my life for several decades. Migraines are more than just headaches; they profoundly impact one’s quality of life. My hope is that this song helps to raise awareness of the effects of this disease.”
Speaking on the intention behind the release, Cheryl adds, “This has been a very personal and exciting project for me. Millions of people all over the world are migraine sufferers. This song was written for all who live with this agonizing disease and to also bring awareness to those who do not.”
We love the conscious manner in which Cheryl Craigie creates, and we have added Migraine to our New Music Spotlight playlist, as well as our brand new TRIPPY playlist, whilst we continue to explore Cheryl Craigie‘s wider discography including Cold and Slip Away, and anticipate future releases from the visionary artist.