In keeping with Laraw’s personal and raw production, the “Scissors” lyrics narrate the angsty effects of a heartbreak, complemented by her stunning vocals. “Scissors is about the grief of having a loved one completely destroy you,” said Laraw. “Knowing they will and just letting it happen.” 

Scissors is for sure the most important song I’ve ever written and marked a new chapter of my life” said Laraw. “I got to actually meet myself, grow, and learn that the first person you should always love is yourself.” 

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1. Do you cherish your Moroccan and Lebanese roots? How does your background influence your music?

I absolutely cherish my roots, but I don’t think they necessarily influence my music.

2. What do you think makes you a unique artist?

Just being myself!

3. What’s your creative/songwriting process like?

My songs are chapters of my life. I just write about whatever is currently going on in my life and then I share it with the people I collaborate with and we go from there. I journal A LOT! 

4. Why is this song, “Scissors,” special in your opinion?

It’s a really raw track. It’s a very special song for me because it marks the end of a long chapter of my life. But with every end comes a new beginning and that’s where I’m at now! I just hope that people going through a hard breakup can find comfort in knowing they’re not alone and that it’s normal to feel like you’re going through it for a while. 

5. Who are you top 3 dream collabs

My answer honestly changes every week but right now it’s: Harry Styles, Joji, Yeek