At its core, the album is a "hypersensitive and emotionally feral" dissection of a relationship's demise. Key thematic elements include:
: The record functions as a "guttural purging," with songs like " WHY? " and " BATSHIT! " using abrasive instrumentation to match the turbulence of her internal state. 3. Reclaiming the Rock Genre At its core, the album is a "hypersensitive
: Tracks like " hover like a GODDESS " use historically queer literary references, such as Sappho's poetry, to express honest sexuality and yearning. " using abrasive instrumentation to match the turbulence
While her previous work, lately I feel EVERYTHING , successfully revived early 2000s pop-punk, dives deeper into aggressive experimentation. Critics from NME and Rolling Stone noted her ability to seamlessly transition from "slick pop melodies" to "gruesome screamo howls". The album incorporates a "bricolage of styles," including shards of metal, operatic harmonies, and lo-fi guitar sounds that evoke 90s alternative rock. 2. Themes of Vulnerability and Accountability While her previous work, lately I feel EVERYTHING
WILLOW’s move into heavier rock is also a cultural reclamation. As a Black woman in a genre where they are often underrepresented, she has expressed a desire to end the "exclusionary nature" of heavy metal. Reviewers at Pitchfork highlight that while some tropes may feel familiar, her technical mastery as a vocalist and guitarist makes her one of the most versatile artists of her generation.