'It’s really just about choosing who to give your energy to'
Jessie Atkinson
11:48 28th April 2021

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Mattiel have shared some brand new music! 'Those Words' is a shard of sparkling sound with some empowering advice at its centre: making sure not to use your energy up on people you don't like. 

With some Johnny Marr style guitar, the indie track pumps with caffeinated energy. "How many hours have I lost trying so hard to keep you form taking my time away?" Mattiel sings in a tone that suggests she's decided to stop

Expanding on the themes in the song, Mattiel said: "I think everyone can relate to a song like Those Words - it’s really just about choosing who to give your energy to. If someone isn’t treating you with respect or crosses your boundaries, you don’t owe them anything. It’s an especially good reminder if you’re a person who tends to try to please everyone. Women are taught to do this from a very young age. It’s just not possible to make everyone happy, so you might as well sing and dance those cares away."

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