"When I'm low, I try to pray, pray for death, I need a break. I never said I was sane, lost some screws along the way to LA/ Where they pay me for pain."
"Cudn't B Me is a raw breakup ballad that features longtime collaborator Sam Smith and is capped by a voicemail message."
"Brother captures complicated familial relationships, shedding light on personal dynamics while embodying Reyez's genre-blending style."
"Paid in Memories features emotional weight, drawing from intimate experiences, whether good or bad, with family and relationships."
Jessie Reyez displayed musical talent from a young age, with her mother enrolling her in a music school at four. Now 34, she has released three studio albums and gained a devoted fan base. Her recent album, "Paid in Memories," features emotionally charged lyrics reflecting her personal experiences with relationships and family. Songs like "Cudn't B Me," featuring Sam Smith, and "Brother" highlight Reyez's authenticity. The opening track, "I Never Said I Was Sane," articulates her struggles and the therapeutic nature of her music.
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