New Music: Kiesza – When Boys Cry

For many of us, the summer of 2014 was defined by the deep house majesty of Kiesza’s Hideaway. Since returning after illness, the Canadian singer shows she’s lost none of her magic pop touch on When Boys Cry.

The stripped-down feel to the arrangement allows Kiezsa’s vocals to shine on this catchy pop gem. The playground rhythm to the vocal melody meshes perfectly with her intimate vocal delivery, an approach that works well with the mature lyrics which look at the effect toxic masculinity can have on men’s emotions.

Kiezsa says the track was inspired by thoughts on the vulnerability of men in her life: “Throughout history, men have had less permission to be vulnerable with their feelings than woman, despite the fact that male and female energy both lives and seeks balance in all of us. As a champion of female empowerment myself, I equally champion the empowerment of men to tap into their feminine power and allow themselves to be vulnerable emotionally.

When Boys Cry shines a light on this subject. I wrote the melody and lyrics of the song with the intention of supporting men, so they feel confident sharing this side of themselves with the world and encourage people as a whole to celebrate it when they do.”

Click here for options on how to listen or buy When Boys Cry. Catch up with Kiesza on Facebook and Instagram for news on what’s sure to be an exciting year for the artist.