Sixteen-year-old singer-songwriter Ava Valianti delivers a powerful and emotional performance with her new single, “Running on Empty.” Featured on her debut EP petunias, the song captures the quiet heartbreak that comes when love slowly fades away instead of breaking all at once. It’s not about a dramatic ending, but about those subtle moments when someone drifts out of your life until you suddenly realize they’re gone.
Written late at night in a hotel room after her first New York gigs, “Running on Empty” feels raw and personal. You can almost picture her sitting alone with her guitar, chasing the right words to match that hollow feeling of loss. Her voice carries both strength and fragility, letting every line land with honesty. The production balances soft indie-pop tones with emotional weight, creating a sound that feels intimate yet cinematic. the song stands out for its simplicity and truth. Ava doesn’t overcomplicate her words — she just says what she feels, and that’s what makes it hit so hard. The emotion behind every lyric feels real, like she’s letting listeners into a private moment of reflection. There’s sadness here, but also understanding — the kind that comes from growing up and learning to let go.
“Running on Empty” proves that Ava Valianti isn’t just another young artist; she’s a storyteller who knows how to turn small, ordinary moments into something meaningful. It’s a beautifully written track that shows maturity beyond her age — honest, heartfelt, and quietly unforgettable.
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