Dafne Adriana
Messy Breakups Make Good Songs

Dafne Adriana’s new single, Coming & Going, is a breath of fresh air in the R&B world. The track is a seamless blend of old-school and modern R&B, with the singer’s smooth vocals and lush harmonies taking centre stage. The song was written during a messy breakup, and it’s clear that Adriana poured her heart and soul into it. The lyrics are relatable and honest, and her delivery is both passionate and vulnerable.
Speaking of the inspiration behind her newest single, the Dutch artist says: “I wrote the whole song in fifteen minutes out of annoyance for the person I was in a situationship with at the time… It ended up becoming one of my all time favorites, so at least, it was good for something.” As the saying goes, every cloud has a silver lining. Especially when you’re an artist and can turn those negative feelings into works that many of us can relate to.
Adriana’s quote about the song being written in fifteen minutes out of annoyance for her ex-partner provides valuable insight into the song’s meaning. It’s clear that she was feeling a lot of anger and frustration at the time, and she used those emotions to fuel her songwriting. The result is a song that is both raw and honest. Adriana doesn’t shy away from expressing her feelings, and her lyrics are all the more powerful as a result.
The rising Dutch star used to be in the shadow of other artists working as a producer, songwriter and background singer. However, she’s now taking the reins of her own career and pushing it forward. Coming & Going, her latest release, is just the first single off of her upcoming three-song EP. So you’ll have check her work and see what she surprises us next with. Stay tuned!
Words
David Valero
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