by emily harris
photo by javi perez
poutyface’s newest single, “Cherry Picking” is here! The alt-pop track is noted as an ode to the 2000’s pop punk scene she’s heavily influenced from. The nineteen-year-old singer songwriter is in the process of working on an EP! We had the ability to chat with her about the newest single, what’s coming next, and her traction on TikTok!
You recently released your newest single, "Cherry Picking!" What was the recording process like for you?
poutyface: “Really easy. I was working with a couple good friends of mine. It’s always easier to work with people you’re friends with. We tracked in each part as we wrote the song. Once the song was fully written, we went back and got proper vocal takes. The whole thing was finished in a matter of hours, besides a scream I added in later on.”
How do you think this single sits amongst the other songs in your discography?
poutyface: “I think it was an itch I’d been wanting to scratch for a while. I love the 90s and this song is shameless 90s worship to me. It definitely sits on the dirtier, grungy side. Still feels like it fits between the rock and pop elements I have in a lot of my music.”
You're recently were on tour with YUNGBLUD! How did that collaboration come about?
poutyface: “So I knew a was being considered for a tour for a couple months. I just didn’t know WHO because my manager told me, ‘I’ll let you know if we get it.’ Didn’t wanna have me stressing over it. But finally, on a random day, he called my while I was in a CVS and gave me the news. Really played it cool in the drug store but I was partially in shock for sure.”
Which song have you enjoyed playing live the most thus far?
poutyface: “Rag Doll. Definitely, Rag Doll. That one was such an unexpected addition to the setlist and the impact it had on people was even more unexpected. There’s a point in the show, during this song, where I talk about how easy it is to bottle up your emotions, and it really is, but it takes such a massive toll. There’s this moment, where the audience lets out one huge scream together. It makes me emotional thinking about it even now, but really seeing all those faces gather the to courage to let things go, sometimes holding hands and bracing for impact. It’s a beautiful cathartic moment.”
How has your TikTok following influenced the way you approach music or your fanbase in general?
poutyface: “TikTok gave me an opportunity to reach a lot of people really quickly which I’m very grateful for, but the audience tends to be more fickle in my experience. That being said, it’s made me even more grateful for my hardcore fans who’ve stuck by me long term. I want to keep building that close relationship with them. As far as music goes, It doesn’t influence what I’m making or why I’m making it. It’s a cool tool though, for testing things out.”
How has being only nineteen affected the way you look at the industry?
poutyface: “Ultimately I’ve been really lucky in my experience so far, being so young. There are things I see that I don’t like, but I think that goes for any industry. From my current viewpoint — it’s so nuanced, heavily influenced by relationships with people and that was something I had to definitely learn and grow through. It’s not always all about the music, as much as I want it to be. Still, gotta stay optimistic. Easy to get jaded.”
What song would you recommend someone to listen to if they're looking to get into your music? Why?
poutyface: “Probably Cherry Picking. That’s the most recent song I’ve put out. I’d want them to grow with me creatively in real time.”
Can we expect an even larger body of work from you soon?
poutyface: “Can’t say specifically when, but the EP is on her way very soon.”