Folk-pop singer/songwriter Aisha Badru became interested in music at a very young age, and with much perseverance, the New York native learned to play guitar and began writing songs. Her single “Bridges” was added to one of my playlists about a month ago, and her recent tune “Fossil Fuels” was released earlier this month. Lyrically, Badru reminds me of Florence Welch (Florence + The Machine). Though the production of their music differ, they both create hauntingly beautiful songs that have the ability to captivate any audience.
Badru’s belief of the interconnectedness of all things is projected throughout her music. “Fossil Fuels” is a song that clearly seems to be about a one-sided relationship, but according to Badru, can also be “symbolic of the way we treat the earth.” Her honest and vulnerable songwriting makes you feel like she is letting you in on her deepest secrets and desires. It is like she is handing over her personal journal, and though it may be uncomfortable to read, you cannot help but consume every single word. She inspires hope throughout her songs and personal endeavors by encouraging everyone to look within themselves to be the change the world needs.
Badru recently announced that her debut album, Pendulum, will be released April 27, 2018 following her recently released singles and Vacancy EP that emerged back in 2015.