Aussie-born, Berlin-based creative Portair has teamed up with Grammy Award-winning American songstress Joy Williams for a gorgeous new single “Loved By You.” I’m a sucker for a good indie pop duet, and this one ticks all the boxes with its vulnerable lyrics and honest vocals.
“It came from exploring the feeling of losing the ability to be loved by someone whilst fighting the push and pull of figuring out whether to stay or to leave,” Portair explained. “Working with Joy on this was one of those rare collaborations where everything just clicked. We were introduced through a mutual friend and she understood the song’s heart immediately, and that shows in every part she brought to it. I’m incredibly honored to have her on the record.”
“Working on ‘Loved By You’ together felt like diving into an age-old question so many of us have asked in relationships before: ‘do I stay or do I go?’” Joy added. “Sometimes the instinct comes quickly. Other times, the answer to that question can slowly, painfully emerge over time. And then what? You try to sort out what you really need, what to share, and when to share it with this person you’ve loved. It’s never the right time. But, telling the truth – like this song- is loving…even when it leaves the sting of I cannot do this anymore.”
“Loved By You” comes from Portair’s forthcoming debut album, Gathering Dust, which he’ll release on December 4. You can pre-save a copy right now on your favourite streaming platform.
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