Rena Angel, the Brooklyn-born singer-songwriter, just put out her latest track ‘Beauty When I Bleed’ on October 30. She’s been turning heads in the alt-pop scene after dropping three well-received singles that have pulled in a steady fanbase. Pulling from the raw edges of artists like Phoebe Bridgers, Lana Del Rey, and Japanese Breakfast, Rena‘s sound mixes indie pop’s close-up feel with those moody, layered vibes that stick with you. This release wraps up a solid year for her, building on tracks that dig into personal stories without holding back.
The song digs into that messy overlap of beauty and hurt in relationships, perfectly emphasized by the line “He likes his love a little tragic.” It came together in a late-night writing stretch where the emotions lined up just right. What you get is a pop-tinged power ballad carrying a subtle sting of its messaging through the dark-pop poise you’d see from ‘old money’ aesthetics in pop like an earlier Lana Del Rey, release, mixed with the harsh truths that occur in some relationships. The production shines with thick layers and a steady, pulse-like beat that lay the foundations on which Rena Angel’s vocals are able to grip you .
Rena Angel had this to say: “It’s about the kind of love that hurts, but somehow still draws me back. It’s beautiful until you realize you’re the one being burned.” In a packed music landscape, Rena‘s work stands out by giving space to those tougher feelings. ‘Beauty When I Bleed’ locks in her spot as a fresh, compelling voice in alt-pop, the kind that rewards a close listen.
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