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Courtney Barnettthe Australian singer-songwriter, released two new singles today, “Mantis” and “Sugar Plum”through Mom+Pop Music. These are the third and fourth previews of their highly anticipated fourth studio album, Creature of Habit, which will be released globally on March 27.
“Mantis”a centerpiece of the album, came about after a chance encounter with a praying mantis in his studio, which inspired the final creative direction. It is a melodic and optimistic song with “urgent and bright” guitars.
I was feeling particularly lost while working on this song. One day, I was in the kitchen, making coffee, when I saw a small green praying mantis perched on the door frame. I had never seen one in the desert house, so I interpreted it as an important sign from the universe. I sent a photo to Stella and she told me it brought good luck, look for it! I did a quick search and discovered that it also represented patience, perseverance, and a guide for those who needed guidance. I stayed for a while talking to the mantis; It was a strange and eye-opening moment that I will never forget. “Finally, I wrote again and finally found the chorus for this song,” the singer explained in a press release.
On the other hand, “Sugar Plum” It is a deep reflection on the struggle of Barnett against personal insecurity. However, the song concludes with a liberating chorus that celebrates the triumph of wonder and unwavering optimism, offering a message of improvement.
