British singer Annatoria released her first EP, Full Circle. The themes are contemplation, spirituality, soul searching and hope.
The music genre is inspirational. The EP has positive vibes and great energy. Each song has a beautiful rhythm. There’s a lovely choir vibe, reminding me of the late Aretha Franklin, combined with a contemporary sound and some R&B moments (Brandy/Monica). The sound is upbeat.
The EP has beautiful, soothing ballads. The song Circles has a wavy rhythm. It starts with a bold snap of the fingers, and the acoustic guitar adds a cozy touch. It has a contemporary sound blended with choir-style music. The tune Fountain has an upbeat sound. It reminds me of Brandy’s music from the 90s – R&B-style music. The song also parallels Drake’s One Dance. Till It Gets Dark starts with soothing music that parallels Ellie Goulding’s 2015 single Love Me Like You Do. Then, it boldly picks up in tempo with a rhythm that parallels The Weeknd’s Blinding Lights and Save Your Tears. It ends on a lovely fade-out that reminds me of Don’t Forget Me When (I’m Gone). Home has a dynamic Rihanna vibe with a beautiful, slow beat. The rhythm
represents calm and wisdom. The composition has a remarkable structure.
Packed Up has an upbeat rhythm with a heartbeat-style sound representing mixed emotions. The song Calling has a dynamic beat and immersive music. It has an incredible dance vibe.
The music is calming, inspiring contemplation and soul-searching. The EP’s energy is positive.
Annatoria’s voice is phenomenal – soft and edgy. She sings with richness, impressively hitting those high notes. There are two incredible duets. The first one is Fountain, featuring Joe L. Barnes. Their voices complement each other perfectly. The second one is Home, a duet with Sondae. They sang harmoniously. Impressive!
The lyrics are positive and, at times, spiritual. The songs are poetic and written with heart and soul – full of hope.
Some songs are about contemplation, soul-searching and love. The piece Circles is about overcoming personal obstacles and confusion, and its positive message is that it’s possible to return to the right path after going in circles for so long. Fountain (feat. Joe L. Barnes) is an incredible tune full of love and joy. It celebrates blessings, abundance and the positive effects of prayer. There’s also a beautiful message of being grateful for what we have. Packed Up represents a change of scenery and the courage to try something new despite the risk of failure. The interpretation can have metaphorical and literal meanings. It’s also about the soul-searching journey.
Home is a romantic tune about attraction and soulmates. It also discusses the importance of making the right choice in certain situations, especially where there’s temptation. Calling is about following your heart with hope and faith. It’s also about being bold and living life to the fullest.
Till It Gets Dark is a lovely, nostalgic song about enjoying simple things, such as being in the arms of a significant other and sunsets. It’s an excellent metaphor for good things that keep pouring in when one has a positive attitude.
The lyrics have incredible depth and are rich in poetry and feeling. The songs honour love, self-love, hope, and blessings.
The EP Full Circle is available.
