Livia Makes A Comeback In Gut-Wrenching Track "Understudy"

Known for her soft indie sounds and striking storytelling, Livia returns with her new track Understudy. Based in London, this singer-songwriter has been teasing a comeback for the last few months, with fans itching for new music from this talented songstress. In her first release in over a year, Understudy gives fans a taste of her upcoming debut EP. 

This gut-wrenching track explores feeling second-best in a romantic relationship. Livia sings about personal insecurities and the feeling of not being good enough. Understudy sees Livia at her lyrical best, as she explores the fear of showing a partner the dark and messy parts of yourself.

Understudy single cover

Throughout, Livia sings about the fear of not living up to romantic expectations. She is constantly trying to fit into the mould of a past lover, hoping this would heal the relationship. At its core, it is a tale of how low confidence can harm strong connections. How a lack of self-trust can disguise itself as envy and control. By coming across as bitter about the past, you can protect your emotions from future heartbreak. 

Livia has a talent for creating beautiful songs about mental health, self-worth, and the impact of grief and heartbreak. Through her storytelling abilities, the listener is fully immersed in the song and its world. It is easy to visualise each moment in this song, like watching a play. With the stripped-back production Livia can show off her vocal capabilities, allowing the emotion to shine through. 

Understudy has the remains of previous Livia singles but also shows off a new mature sound from this singer. Perfectly setting her up for this new era.