It is Hope’s voice that immediately draws you in. Effortless, vulnerable and deeply soulful, her vocal sits beautifully alongside soft piano and soaring strings, creating a warmth that feels almost cinematic without ever becoming overly grand. There is something incredibly comforting about the arrangement, even as the lyrics explore the pain of being let down by someone you still love. Rather than wallowing in the heartbreak, ‘If You Ever Loved Me’ feels like the soundtrack to a quiet afternoon, sunlight streaming through the window as you sit alone with your thoughts. It is gentle, intimate and effortlessly beautiful.

Hope describes the track as being “about denial as much as it is a breakup song, about the pain of being let down, despite the love you might still feel.” That emotional honesty is what gives ‘If You Ever Loved Me’ its quiet power. There is no need for huge production or vocal theatrics when the feeling is already there in every note; Hope simply lets the song breathe, resulting in a soulful and deeply human listen.

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Alternative R&B anthem ‘Fuel To The Fire’ is a step away from Hope’s past of traditional ballad-maker, and into a modern sonic soundscape which highlights Hope’s growth as a songwriter and musician. This was written in collaboration with prestigious producer, ‘Cassell The Beatmaker’, a partnership that has allowed them to explore vocal, artistic and compositional ability with confidence and curiosity. ‘Fuel to The Fire’ mimics her growth as an artist, as well as teases her audience with what’s to come.

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