A powerful new voice comes from the quiet areas of Toronto's indie alt-pop community, and she isn't afraid of getting raw. Lara Simonot officially announces her debut with "Scared," a raw and poignant single that distills the chaos of heartbreak into something cathartic, honest, and beautifully noisy. Written as a heartbreak anthem for broken-hearted empaths, "Scared" is a call to arms for anyone who's ever felt muted, dismissed, or tired of being helpless in love. Whether you've dated a narcissist, a misogynist, or any man whatsoever, Lara's is a moment of fierce, shared healing.
Taunting the emotional ferocity of Olivia Rodrigo's "Vampire," the gentle introspection of Selena Gomez's "Lose You To Love Me," and the lyrical honesty of Gracie Abrams' "I Miss You, I'm Sorry," Scared forges a place on the heartbreak playlist with a voice that feels simultaneously new and familiar. Lara's voice is expressive of angst and openness, never over the top but palpable. The actual magic happens right about the 2-minute mark. The bridge expands and bursts into a soaring, multidimensional chorus that demands to be bellowed behind the wheel on a rainy drive. It's that particular brand of pop euphoria, the kind that hurts so good.
Simonot's alt-pop savvy is as smart as it is sleek. She knows her demographic of girls with feelings who love hard and aren't afraid to process their emotions at full volume. This is therapy via melody. With "Scared," Lara Simonot presents herself and does so with intent, fire, and a whole lot of heart. Toronto clearly has a rising power in its hands. This is just the intro, and we're already addicted.
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