Leah Mason's latest single, "HEXED," is an emotional rollercoaster wrapped in the most addictive pop sound. Released now, it is a brutally honest recount of love, deceit, and finding yourself in the wide world, filled with the bittersweet struggle of traversing a chaotic mid-twenties.
Mason's prose has a piercing honesty. Through "HEXED," she offers you an unvarnished glimpse into the thrills and travails of young adulthood one minute, clinging to youthful innocence; the next minute, confronted with the harsh realities of adulthood. "I always feel like I'm stuck somewhere between teenager and adult, and it has been an emotional rollercoaster for me for the past few years," Mason shares. That tug of war between them reverberates throughout every note of "HEXED," and it's impossible not to feel the heaviness of her words.
With dreamy but gritty production that perfectly captures the song's themes, "HEXED" is a sonic visualization of everything from heartbreak to the resilience that comes with growing pains. This leads you through a deep passage full of frustration, back-stabbing, and resentful anger and finds them on the other side, empowered and clear. It's a vivid reminder that as painful as heartbreak can feel, it's also a harbinger of confidence, self-awareness, and a new kind of love that's deeper than ever.
A personal but also universally penetrating piece, "HEXED" showcases that Leah Mason is an artist who is not afraid to open up completely. This compelling anthem is definitely a playlist addition, and if "HEXED" indicates what's to come, Mason's future is nothing less than electric.