arden alexa On the Making Of “Petty Bitch”
Is there a person/event that stimulated the creation of "Petty Bitch?"
Yes! This song is entirely based off a friend breakup I went through with my childhood best friend. After having a conflict (over something arguably very stupid) which resulted in our friendship ending, I was having a really hard time dealing with the situation, until I wrote this song and it became my saving grace.
Were there any memorable or standout moments during the recording sessions for "Petty Bitch?"
Recording “Petty Bitch” was such a special experience because it’s the only song I ever actually recorded twice. I was so nervous to record and release this song, so going into the studio, I wanted it to be absolutely perfect. I’m already pretty picky when it comes to song production, so I must have been a total nightmare to work with on this song. We ended up recording this song in November 2022 and again in May 2023 because I wasn’t exactly happy with how it turned out the first time and I knew that if I was going to record and release this song, I wanted to give it my all.
What did you enjoy most about making "Petty Bitch?"
The coolest thing about making this song was getting to explore this side of myself. I normally think of myself as a very gentle, forgiving person, so this song gave me a chance to embrace the more sassy, confident side.
What has been one of the most significant moments of your musical journey so far?
One of the most significant moments was recording and releasing my first original song, “The Coast”. It was by far the most nerve-wracking and vulnerable experience of my life, but also one of the most exciting.
What role do you feel emotions play in your music, and how do you channel them into your performances?
Emotions are hands down the most important thing in music. They are what make each song unique and what makes listeners connect to an artist. I started writing this song because I was going through an incredibly hard time and had no way to process it. I was overwhelmed with grief at the fact that I was losing the friendship of my childhood best friend, so I started writing this song as a way for me to channel my negative emotions into something more fun and lighthearted. I am so grateful for this song and the fact it’s given me some freedom and a chance to have fun with the whole situation!
