Charlotte Morris goes bad in her quest for romantic vengeance on her darkly delicious new single Villain — showcasing today on Tinnitist.
The first single from the dynamic singer-songwriter’s upcoming third album Both Sides. Due May 1, 2025, the album title is a nod to Joni Mitchell’s iconic Both Sides Now. While Villain explores a darker tone, diverging from Morris’s usual sound, fans can expect much of the rest of Both Sides to embrace a classic folk style, nodding to Mitchell’s storytelling and musical artistry.
Blending folk, pop, and Americana influences, Morris capture the inner complexities of human relationships in Villain. The song powerfully embodies themes of self-realization and empowerment. As the song progresses, the lyrics evolve from self-doubt to strength, allowing listeners to feel as though they’re accompanying Morris on her journey of self-discovery. “My value is not defined by another’s perspective,” Morris explains, “and while I may be the villain in his story, finally, he’s nothing in mine.”
With striking lyrics and an unforgettable hook, the single invites listeners to confront the darker parts of themselves, embrace their true identity, and let go of the judgments of others. “Villain was my final cathartic release regarding a toxic past relationship,” Morris shares. “Writing it gave me emotional closure and allowed me to regain my personal power. While I may be perceived differently by my ex, I’ve come to accept that everyone has their own narrative.”
Written by Morris and produced by William Gawley, Villain masterfully combines delicate verses with a bold, anthemic chorus, reflecting the emotional transformation at the heart of the song. The song was mixed by Bryce Roberts (Justin Townes Earle, Willie Nelson) and mastered by Sage Audio.
Morris, a multi-instrumentalist and singer-songwriter from outside Philadelphia, discovered her passion for music at a young age. After mastering various instruments and honing her songwriting skills, she joined the folk concert tour Lonesome Traveler in 2018, shortly before releasing her debut EP To New York, With Love. Over the years, Morris has toured extensively, released multiple singles and EPs, and moved to Nashville. Her second studio album Wild Child, released in 2023, garnered international attention and radio play. In 2024, Morris embarked on a 30-city tour and returned to Philadelphia.
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