Hallie Marie dives into the deep end on her adventurous and rambunctious new single Sanity — showcasing today on Tinnitist.
The soundtrack to a wild nights (and its aftermath), Sanity is a raw and electrifying track that explores the thrill of impulsiveness, the weight of consequence, and the emotional highs and lows that follow. Blending alt-rock energy with plenty of attitude, Sanity starts with an easy, infectious rhythm before swerving into something weightier, and eventually unraveling into a moment of raw reflection. The shift mirrors the story it tells — excitement giving way to the cold slap of reality.
Lyrically, Sanity is soaked in restless energy. The verses feel like speeding down a highway with no clear destination, while the chorus is an explosion of self-awareness — equal parts reckless and self-destructive. Lines like “Well, I left my keys in another city / where the nights are long and the girls are pretty” capture that sense of escapism, while “If I wake in the morning with a heart attack / if I fall from heaven and it all goes black” hint at the inevitable crash. This vivid portrayal of the rollercoaster of emotions that one can experience beautifully captures the highs and lows of life, painting a picture of the fragility of happiness and the harshness of reality.
“This song is about me losing myself in all the excitement of new loves and places, but then getting carried away by the exhilaration, which starts out fun but sometimes gets me into trouble,” says Marie. “Having fun can be intoxicating but when taken too far can have negative consequences.”
Marie is a multifaceted artist who beautifully balances light and shadow in her work. With an intellectually curious spirit, she dives deep into the complexities of human emotions, crafting music that resonates with listeners on many levels — from the highs of love and joy to the depths of melancholy. Drawing inspiration from artists like Sufjan Stevens, Billy Joel and Phoebe Bridgers, Hallie’s sound blends pop, rock, and folk influences, creating a genuine connection through heartfelt lyrics and relatable storytelling.
Collaborating with the Denver band Direville, Marie has already begun to make her mark on the music industry. Now branching out on her own, her solo music endeavors combine poetic mystical imagery with direct and casual insight derived from raw life experience.
Embracing the beauty of authenticity and connecting with each of us at our core, Hallie invites her audience into her world, sharing not just her music but also her creative process — writing, arranging and recording — along with the benefit of what she has learned through struggle and resilience. She aims to connect deeply with her listeners, sharing meaningful ideas that resonate long after the music ends.
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