“but i am not a victim.
bitch, i’m practically drowning in my blessings.
it’s bye, this time for real.
tired of printing endless pictures of a life, that isn’t mine.
trying on different boys on for size.
if this is my curse, I’ll let it rise”
- ARIANA GRANDE ON PETAL
Ariana Grande sobre o álbum, “petal”:
“É um álbum muito experimental e diferente de tudo o que já fiz. Escrevi a partir de um lugar de onde normalmente não escrevo: uma raiva genuína e sem filtros, que acho que todos nós sentimos às vezes. Geralmente sou tímida demais para acessar esse lado e, desta vez, não filtrei tanto quanto costumo fazer. Normalmente reescrevo bastante para deixar as coisas um pouco mais gentis, um pouco menos diretas… mas, desta vez, não fiz isso.”
Ariana Grande talks to Apple Music about her upcoming album ‘petal’:
“It is very experimental and different for me. I wrote from a place that I don’t usually, which was like an unfiltered rage”
#RUMOR: Mr. S, one of the most reliable insiders on the ATRL forums, has shared new descriptions of every track on “petal”:
• “kiss me” is described as a huge pop hit, featuring upbeat production, electronic elements, and synths, making for a striking album opener.
• “hate that i made you love me” takes on a new meaning within the context of the album and serves as a breather between the more grand, heavily produced tracks.
• “petal” blends melodic rap with alternative R&B, delivering an intense sound with influences of jazz, theater, and rock.
• “stay” has been compared to a more upbeat version of “hate that i made you love me”, sharing a similar sound but standing out as the stronger track.
• “oh well” leans into electronic production and hard-hitting electronic beats, making it another captivating highlight.
• “big feelings” is a piano ballad with a memorable chorus, combining delicate songwriting with R&B influences.
• “freak” is described as an indie track featuring heavily processed guitars, soft drums, and an immersive atmosphere.
• “warning signs” is described as angelic, simple, and radiant.
• “like i do” features pounding beats, bold production, and a provocative lyrical theme.
• “never get over me” is a mid-tempo R&B track with inventive production filled with unique sonic textures.
• “bad thing (bunny hop)” is an upbeat song driven by fast-paced drums, guitar, and a sweet yet seductive lyric.
• “nowhere, nobody,” the album’s closing track, features layered Auto-Tuned vocals and has been described as an immersive song and “perfect pop.”
According to the insider, Ariana’s vocals are “flawless,” and the album is much more upbeat than expected. He also claims that several tracks feature heavily processed guitars and rich layers of sound, giving the record a cohesive sonic identity and a dreamy atmosphere throughout.
The insider’s favorite tracks are “kiss me,” “petal,” “stay,” “oh well,” “bad thing (bunny hop),” and “nowhere, nobody.