It was a fantastic opportunity recently to discover a hidden gem. Coming right from Chicago, the acoustic marvel Brye is both romantic and dramatic, balancing authenticity with whimsy. Started writing songs at a very young age. During high school, she experimented with songwriting and production, taking influence from artists such as DODIE, Tessa Violet, and Oh Wonder. Using an organic production, indie pop hooks, confessional lyricism, and soft pillow-like vocals, Brye‘s music has developed into a beautiful blend. Within three years, Brye has accumulated more than seventy million streams on Spotify alone, and 350,000 followers on social media. Working with artists like Cavetown and Addison Grace.
In her latest single “Jenna” she explores her queer past during her adolescent years. The song opens with a cheerful acoustic guitar, followed by Brye‘s soft and mellow voice. The whole tune has a very strong Alanis Morrissette vibe. Playful and lighthearted, this could’ve come straight from the 90s! The song is an ode to the strength and resilience of queer youth, and it serves as a reminder that it’s okay to express yourself and be unapologetically yourself. The song is a feel-good anthem that celebrates individuality and self-acceptance. The song is uplifting and empowering, and it resonates with anyone who’s ever felt like an outsider. It reminds us that it’s okay to be different and that we should never be afraid to love ourselves. It’s a powerful song that speaks to all of us.
“Jenna is the exploration of young, closeted, queer longing, set in Brye’s adolescence, during evangelical bible camp. Brye expertly relays the experience of pining after the forbidden: your straight, beautiful, best friend. A familiar story for many LGBTQ+ people who grew up closeted and ashamed.” – Brye
This song is obviously very meaningful for Brye and is easy to resonate with. Even if you’re not queer, we’ve all felt like outsiders at some point in our life. Rejected, lost, and confused, Brye is giving all who feel or are experiencing like that a small ray of hope. This song speaks to the sense of longing and searching for acceptance that so many of us feel. Even if you haven’t experienced being an outsider in the same way Brye has, the feelings of rejection, loneliness, and confusion are universal, and Brye‘s song provides a sense of understanding and support that can help us all.
I’m very glad I’m getting this chance to share this song with you all. It is also worth pointing out that Brye is pushing the body positivity movement forward. Join her in the fight against shaming and bullying plus-size women. We are all beautiful in our own ways and should be celebrated. Let’s make this world a more accepting place by supporting each other. Let’s make a difference!
