.OfficialWillow re-emergence as a hitmaker in 2021 saw her reinventing her sound while staying authentic to her core artistry.
In May, after the release of “Transparent Soul,” Willow wasas one of the supporting acts for Billie Eilish’s Happier Than Ever World Tour during select shows in February and April 2022. The on-tour pairing of two young women who are praised for rewriting the traditional rules of music, culture and femininity couldn’t have been made for a better fit – and shortly after, Willow announced her own national headlining tour, titled “LIFE.
, the duo performed a live version of “Meet Me at Our Spot,” an indie-leaning, mid-tempo track found onwhich pertains to escaping internal fears in order to “catch a vibe” with that special someoneAfter the performance, the song found new legs by going viral on TikTok, becoming a sleeper hit bigger than anyone could have anticipated. “Meet Me at Our Spot” peaked at No. 21 on the Hot 100 in November 2021, making it Willow’s most-successful song since “Whip My Hair.
Through her insistence on playing by her own rules , Willow successfully launched one of the most powerful re-emergences of the past few years, closing out the calendar year as one of the leading voices in contemporary alternative music. Her accomplishments in these genres are crucial, as her very presence disrupts the stereotypical aesthetic of mainstream rock and punk stars.
Particularly during the ‘90s and early-’00s, cis, white, heterosexual men have prevailed as pop-punk’s most prominent representatives. While people of color performing pop-punk is nothing new , inclusion in the scene allows for greater accessibility, and Willow’s visibility in particular showcases the growth this style of music has undergone.
While she’s always appeared to be an advocate of creating whatever art makes her soul soar, Willow’s full-out ownership and acceptance of her authenticity is what makes her comeback that much sweeter. “I can see myself diving deeper and refining my musicianship,” Willow said in a
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