Pop/Review Rykka - High Trust High Stakes

Writing and releasing music is just one facet of Rykka's artistry. Through music, art, film, dance, and storytelling, Rykka pushes boundaries to create a world that is weirder, softer, and more creative. Rykka first caught public attention with the debut album “Kodiak” in 2015, earning multiple radio awards and nominations, including the prestigious Peak Performance Top Prize. Following this success, Rykka dazzled audiences on stage at Eurovision 2016, the Montreux Jazz Festival, and over 2,000 other performances.

The new song by Rykka, "High Trust High Stakes," is a strong, reflective hymn that examines the fine line between vulnerability and trust. The song offers a musical trip that moves from a dreamy condition to a grounded emotional awareness with its melancholy synthesizers, a menacing bassline, and her ethereal vocals. The song, which was first composed about trusting someone else in a relationship, transforms into a moving meditation on self-trust, a subject that the audience finds particularly meaningful.

Rykka's decision to turn the story inward and emphasize the value of having self-confidence gives it more depth. The song has an empowering tone as a result of this personal discovery, which highlights the value of self-compassion and boundary-setting in navigating the challenges of life. Anyone who has experienced inner problems may relate to the track since it conveys the concept that believing oneself can lead to new opportunities and freedom.

The composition uses subdued yet engrossing bassline to captivate the listener, elevating the emotional impact of the words. The "payoff" of the song is all the more pleasant since the song's evolution, which goes from doubt to self-assurance, reflects the emotional trip Rykka narrates. Her voice is delicate yet strong, portraying the power and fragility that coexist during introspective moments.

Rykka's audacious and reflective single "High Trust High Stakes" combines an evocative soundtrack with a message of female empowerment. It’s a song that invites listeners to seek within, bringing peace and motivation to trust in oneself.