Emerson Releases Pop Banger ‘You Really Must Hate Me!’
Emerson Releases Pop Banger ‘You Really Must Hate Me!’
January 24th, 2025
Emerson is a 17-year-old indie-pop artist from Auckland, New Zealand, who is quickly becoming a rising star in the local music scene. Winner of the 2024 Smokefree Rockquest Solo-Duo Award, Emerson is known for her raw, emotive performances and her ability to connect deeply with her audience.
Through her music, she captures the complexities of teenage life with a unique blend of catchy melodies and relatable lyrics, making her an authentic voice for her generation.
Her debut single, ‘Bored’, was a standout at the 2024 Smokefree Rockquest, taking home ZM Radio’s Best Song Award at the finals.
Emerson’s powerful songwriting and distinctive sound have already earned her recognition, including her second release, ‘Carry Me Home From the Car’, which was a finalist in the Play It Strange Peace Song Competition.
Emerson’s upcoming release, ‘You Really Must Hate Me’, set to drop on January 24th, 2025, promises to further showcase her talent, blending confessional lyrics with infectious pop hooks. With her impressive accolades and growing fan base, Emerson is undeniably an artist to watch.
Kicking off 2025 with pop banger ‘You Really Must Hate Me!’, Emerson turns heartbreak into an anthem of defiance; blending infectious beats with sharp, self-aware lyrics. With its bold energy and upbeat production – thanks to producer Harry Charles, who also co-wrote the song – the track channels the frustration of love gone wrong into something irresistibly danceable. Emerson’s confident delivery and catchy hooks make this a standout for fans of Dua Lipa and Charli XCX. ‘You Really Must Hate Me!’ is heartbreak reimagined as a celebration of moving on and owning your worth.
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Emerson is a 17-year-old indie-pop-folk artist from Auckland, New Zealand. Her songwriting features catchy melodies and lyrics that are highly relatable to her teen audience, and traverses multiple genres including folk, pop, hints of alternative R&B and dance. Her lyrics explore themes like self-love, self-hate, unhealthy relationships, and growing up. Her live performance is a standout with her emotive vocals and her tight backing band which includes Liam Beasley on guitar and Elliott Borland on drums.