“Till I’m Drunk & Confused” is one of those songs that feels light on the surface but hits deeper the more you listen. Exzenya builds the track on bright ukulele, warm acoustic guitar, and a steady rhythmic pulse that gives everything a gentle lift. The production feels upbeat and sunny, but the story underneath is anything but carefree. That contrast is what makes the song stand out. it’s a confession wrapped inside a catchy folk-pop groove. The narrator has lost someone because of alcohol, and now they’re stuck in that strange cycle where drinking becomes both the escape and the reminder. It’s honest in a way that doesn’t feel dramatic — more like someone finally admitting the truth out loud. Lines like “I’ll drink booze till I’m well past confused” catch you because they’re simple and real. There’s no hiding behind flowery wording. It’s vulnerability set to an upbeat beat.
The vocals help carry that feeling. Exzenya sings with a conversational tone, almost like she’s sitting across from you sharing the story. Because the vocals are recorded live without autotune, there’s a natural texture in her performance — tiny moments of softness, breath, and emotion that make the song feel more human. You can hear the honesty in her delivery, and that suits the writing perfectly. The instrumentation stays light and clean. The ukulele gives the song a playful bounce, while the acoustic guitar adds warmth. Small percussive touches keep the track modern without taking away from the acoustic charm. It’s the kind of arrangement that makes the song easy to replay. At first, it sounds like something you’d hear during a relaxed afternoon, but the lyrics pull you into something more personal.
What’s impressive is how the production stays bright even while the story leans into regret, accountability, and self-reflection. The beat keeps moving, yet the emotions stay grounded. It creates this feeling of smiling through the pain — not because the song is trying to hide anything, but because that’s how people often handle heartbreak. They move, they dance, they laugh, but the truth is still just beneath the surface. “Till I’m Drunk & Confused” fits perfectly into today’s folk-pop and indie pop world, especially for listeners who like songs that sound uplifting but carry emotional weight. It has echoes of Noah Kahan’s raw storytelling, Jason Mraz’s acoustic charm, and the relatable honesty you hear in Dean Lewis’ writing, but it still feels entirely like Exzenya’s own style. This is a strong, memorable release from an artist who puts real emotion into her work. It’s catchy, clear, and heartfelt — the kind of track people will return to when they’re trying to make sense of their own mistakes or simply need a song that meets them where they are. And with her no-AI, no-autotune approach, it’s refreshing to hear a pop track that feels this honest and natural. If this is a glimpse of what Bar Scenes & Rumors will offer, the full project is shaping up to be honest, human, and full of stories worth hearing.
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