Ellie Goulding has released her first solo single since her 2023 album "Higher Than Heaven," titled "Destiny." The song marks a new chapter for the British singer, reflecting a renewed perspective on her artistry and her place in the world.
"Destiny" was written a few years ago and captures a feeling of being caught between heartbreak and liberation. Goulding describes it as a moment of taking control of her sexuality and surrendering to destiny, finding freedom in accepting her fate, even if it involved superficial but intense chemistry with someone that served a purpose. This experience helped her reframe her self-perception, leading to a profound shift in how she loved herself.
Goulding aimed for the music to mirror the necessary recklessness associated with gaining power over her sexuality and sensuality, embracing life's chaos. She expressed excited nervousness about releasing "Destiny" as solely her own song, with her upcoming album also being predominantly a solo project. She views the recording process as cathartic, feeling like the prize was her all along, and calls the song her "first feeling of straight-up escape and empowerment." The addition of choir and strings at the end was intended to create a triumphant moment o... download the app to read more
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