In her latest offering, I Like Mondays, Taylor Bickett delves into the familiar terrain of self-imposed pressure, weaving a narrative that resonates deeply with anyone who has ever felt weighed down by their own expectations.
From the beginning, with the gentle caress of piano keys and guitar strums that set a reflective and introspective tone and lines that introduce us to the theme of fresh starts and the allure of untouched potential, and the chorus, capturing the paradoxical nature of our relationship with time, Taylor Bickett’s voice serves as a beacon of vulnerability and honesty, guiding us through the tangled web of perfectionism with her evocative lyrics and emotive delivery. Her vocal performance, both tender and powerful, pulls us into an intimate space that is relatable.
As the song progresses, it builds in intensity, mirroring the escalating pressure we place on ourselves. The bridge offers a moment of poignant reflection, with Bickett’s desire to “eat the solar system” in search of clarity a metaphor for the extremes we go to in our quest for perfection. Yet, the song comes full circle, concluding with the same desire for unblemished beginnings, a reminder of the cyclical nature of our struggles and aspirations.
Taylor Bickett’s I Like Mondays emerged from a personal revelation about the pressures of new beginnings, particularly the symbolic fresh start of a New Year’s Day that fell on a Monday. The song, initially shared as a snippet on social media, struck a chord with listeners, prompting Bickett to fully realise and record the track.
I Like Mondays is a raw, honest admission of the difficulty of finding balance, coupled with a plea for grace in the face of our all-too-human tendencies. It urges us to be kind to ourselves in our constant chase for perfection and to welcome new beginnings and unmarked opportunities with warmth and an open spirit.