Calmness is the key to Pip’s music; a blissful fusion of R&B and soul that’s always full of feeling. Her love affair with music began during those quiet school days when she received guitar lessons as a present from her mum. Initially picking up the bass, where she learned to play wild rock songs by artists like The White Stripes and Slipknot, Pip eventually moved her way up to six strings. “It made me come out of myself a little,” she says of her early lessons. “It was a massive boost to me.”
Born in Manchester, Pip moved out of the city and into the countryside as a child following her parents split. She jokes that she and her siblings were “the only brown people in the town” but they always felt welcome in the area.
A move to London to study music was Pip’s first indication that stepping into the limelight, while still refusing to conform, might be what she’d been after all along. “I knew I wanted to sing from a young age,” she says, though it’s always been writing that helped her the most. In many ways it feels that the precise nature of her words take precedence over her low-key vocals.
Though her releases to date can be counted on a couple of hands, Pip has shown that she’s not here to make up the numbers. Take the delicate and melodic “Make Me Cry,” for example, or “Talk About It,” a raw moment of yearning set to a deceptively upbeat rhythm. “My first song, the one that’s done the best, is about being depressed,” she says of ‘Make Me Cry.’ “It’s a break-up song but I’m breaking up with depression.”
Feelings of solitude also creep into “Drunk & Alone,” a tender late-night jam written about the trials of a long-distance relationship. “It can feel sad and lonely,” she says of missing someone hundreds of miles away. “Part of that’s in my head but that anxiety is part of a relationship sometimes. I’d go on a night out and come home alone and hate it. I’ve never felt more lonely.”
These early releases have earned Pip many fans, including contemporaries like Jorja Smith. Smith has helped boost Pip’s music on multiple occasions, using her music on Instagram and shouting her out in interviews. “It’s really nice,” Pip says. “We’ve chatted via DM and I appreciate the support.”
In terms of musical influences, however, Pip looks to the past for inspiration. She cites Bob Marley and Joni Mitchell as teachers in the art of storytelling and says she “Can’t remember” a time Lauryn Hill’s music wasn’t in her life. All of these artists were regular fixtures in the car on long rides with her mum back in the day. “I’d always go on car journeys just to listen to some music,” she laughs.
Having moved on from her quiet life and become the artist she always was, Pip is determined to keep making music she insists will always be “chilled but emotional.” Whatever comes next, a generation caught in its feelings might just have a new soundtrack.
Heal
PIP MILLETT Lyrics
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I just wanna love and get on with my luck and
Make a difference
It's been pretty rough, what a road to walk down
I know, I know, I know, I know
It's been pretty rough, I know, I know
I find it hard to
I wanna do better than
Me, I wanna be open, too
And I bet my money on it
I'm feelin' pretty confident
When I put the work in
Damn, I know I'm hurtin'
I got to breathe
I'm gonna get a-fixin' me up
Said, I'm gonna get active
You know I'm gonna get a-fixin' me up
I'm gonna get active
I read another book, I'm writin' every feeling down
And I'm talkin', it's not just to myself now
I'm tryin' with that shit, you know I like it
Even when I'm sad, but hope I got it, yeah
Pretty baby girl, we know you cry
Pretty baby girl, I know you're tryin' hard
Call you "baby girl" when you're vulnerable
Pretty baby girl, you're not alone
And you own your feelings
Baby, baby, look, I think you're growin' up
I'm gonna get a-fixin' me up
Yeah, I'm gonna get active
You know I'm gonna get a-fixin' me up
I'm gonna get active
I read another book, I'm writin' every feeling down
And I'm talkin', it's not just to myself now
I'm tryin' with that shit, you know I like it
Even when I'm sad, but hope I got it, yeah
Ooh yeah
Ooh yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah
Hey yeah, hey yeah yeah
Hey yeah, hey yeah yeah yeah
I'm gonna get a-fixin' me up
Yeah, I'm gonna get active
You know I'm gonna get a-fixin' me up
I'm gonna get active
I read another book, I'm writin' every feeling down
And I'm talkin', it's not just to myself now
I'm tryin' with that shit, you know I like it
Even when I'm sad, but hope I got it, yeah
In "Heal," PIP MILLETT expresses her desire to heal and make a difference in her own life and the world around her. She acknowledges that the journey hasn't been easy, but she remains determined to overcome the challenges she has faced. The song talks about her struggle to find her voice and be open with others, but she is committed to improving herself and being vulnerable. MILLETT talks about putting in the work and acknowledging her pain, but also finding the strength to keep going. The lyrics reflect her resilience and her belief that she can heal and grow.
The song conveys a sense of empowerment and self-discovery. MILLETT expresses her intentions to actively engage in her own healing process. She emphasizes the importance of self-reflection and self-expression, such as reading books and writing down her feelings. Through this, she is able to communicate and connect with others, moving beyond internalizing her emotions. The lyrics also touch on the idea that even in moments of sadness, she embraces hope and continues to strive for personal growth.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm just tryna heal, yes, I know I'm gonna make a difference
I am focused on my personal healing journey, and I have confidence that it will positively impact others as well.
I just wanna love and get on with my luck and
All I desire is to experience love and move forward with my own fortune.
Make a difference
To create a meaningful impact and bring about positive change.
It's been pretty rough, what a road to walk down
The path I have been on has been challenging and filled with difficulties.
I find it hard to
Expressing myself or communicating is a struggle for me.
Speak even when I'm spoken to
I face difficulty in vocalizing my thoughts even in simple interactions.
I wanna do better than
I aspire to surpass my current state and improve myself.
Me, I wanna be open, too
I desire to be vulnerable and open about my emotions and experiences.
And I bet my money on it
I have complete confidence in my abilities and invest wholeheartedly in my goals.
I'm feelin' pretty confident
I possess a strong sense of self-assurance and belief in myself.
When I put the work in
Through diligent effort and dedication, I can achieve my desired outcomes.
Damn, I know I'm hurtin'
Acknowledging the pain and emotional distress I am currently experiencing.
I got to breathe
Taking a moment to pause, relax, and focus on my own well-being.
I'm gonna get a-fixin' me up
I am determined to work on improving myself and addressing my personal flaws.
Said, I'm gonna get active
I commit to taking proactive steps and engaging in actions that foster personal growth.
I'm gonna get a-fixin' me up
Continuing the emphasis on personal improvement and self-care.
I'm gonna get active
I will become actively involved in making positive changes in my life.
I read another book, I'm writin' every feeling down
Engaging in reading and journaling as therapeutic practices to process and understand my emotions.
And I'm talkin', it's not just to myself now
I am opening up and sharing my thoughts and emotions with others, not just keeping them to myself.
I'm tryin' with that shit, you know I like it
I am making an effort to embrace and work through challenging situations because I find growth and fulfillment in the process.
Even when I'm sad, but hope I got it, yeah
Despite experiencing sadness, I maintain an optimistic outlook and believe in my ability to overcome challenges.
Pretty baby girl, we know you cry
Acknowledging the vulnerability and emotional distress of an individual referred to as 'pretty baby girl.'
Pretty baby girl, I know you're tryin' hard
Recognizing the efforts and determination of the person mentioned as 'pretty baby girl.'
Call you 'baby girl' when you're vulnerable
Providing reassurance and support when the individual is in a state of vulnerability and emotional openness.
Pretty baby girl, you're not alone
Assuring the person addressed as 'pretty baby girl' that they have companionship and support during their struggles.
And you own your feelings
Taking ownership and accepting responsibility for one's emotions and experiences.
Baby, baby, look, I think you're growin' up
Expressing admiration and recognition for the personal growth and maturity of the individual addressed as 'baby.'
Ooh yeah
An exclamation expressing affirmation or agreement.
Ooh yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah
Repeating the previous exclamation for emphasis and enthusiasm.
Hey yeah, hey yeah yeah
An energetic exclamation or chant to uplift the spirits and express excitement.
Hey yeah, hey yeah yeah yeah
Repeating the previous energetic exclamation with added enthusiasm and emphasis.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Sentric Music
Written by: Daniel Crossley, Frederick Cox, Owen Cutts, Sonny Reeves
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
HRG
Heal lyrics:
I'm just tryna heal, yes, I know I'm gonna make a difference
I just wanna love and get on with my luck and
Make a difference
It's been pretty rough, what a road to walk down
I know, I know, I know, I know
It's been pretty rough, I know, I know
I find it hard to
Speak even when I'm spoken to
I wanna do better than
Me, I wanna be open, too
And I bet my money on it
I'm feelin' pretty confident
When I put the work in
Damn, I know I'm hurtin'
I got to breathe
I'm gonna get at fixin' me up
Said, I'm gonna get at it
You know I'm gonna get at fixin' me up
I'm gonna get at it
I read another book, I'm writin' every feeling down
And I'm talkin', it's not just to mysеlf now
I'm tryin' with that shit, you know I like it
Even when I'm sad, gotta work at it, yеah
Pretty baby girl, we know you cry
Pretty baby girl, I know you're tryin' hard
Call you "baby girl" when you're vulnerable
Pretty baby girl, you're not alone
And you own your feelings
Baby, baby, look, I think you're growin' up
I'm gonna get at fixin' me up
Yeah, I'm gonna get at it
You know I'm gonna get at fixin' me up
I'm gonna get at it
I read another book, I'm writin' every feeling down
And I'm talkin', it's not just to myself now
I'm tryin' with that shit, you know I like it
Even when I'm sad, gotta work at it, yeah
E-yeah yeah
E-yeah yeah yeah
He-yeah he-yeah he-yeah yeah
He-yeah he-yeah yeah yeah
I'm gonna get at fixin' me up
Yeah, I'm gonna get at it
You know I'm gonna get at fixin' me up
I'm gonna get at it
I read another book, I'm writin' every feeling down
And I'm talkin', it's not just to myself now
I'm tryin' with that shit, you know I like it
Even when I'm sad, gotta work at it, yeah
Crimsonian Blue
Heal"
I'm just tryna heal, yes, I know I'm gonna make a difference
I just wanna love and get on with my luck and
Make a difference
It's been pretty rough, what a road to walk down
I know, I know, I know, I know
It's been pretty rough, I know, I know
I find it hard to
Speak even when I'm spoken to
I wanna do better than
Me, I wanna be open, too
And I bet my money on it
I'm feelin' pretty confident
When I put the work in
Damn, I know I'm hurtin'
I got to breathe
I'm gonna get at fixin' me up
Said, I'm gonna get at it
You know I'm gonna get at fixin' me up
I'm gonna get at it
I read another book, I'm writin' every feeling down
And I'm talkin', it's not just to myself now
I'm tryin' with that shit, you know I like it
Even when I'm sad, gotta work at it, yeah
Pretty baby girl, we know you cry
Pretty baby girl, I know you're tryin' hard
Call you "baby girl" when you're vulnerable
Pretty baby girl, you're not alone
And you own your feelings
Baby, baby, look, I think you're growin' up
I'm gonna get at fixin' me up
Yeah, I'm gonna get at it
You know I'm gonna get at fixin' me up
I'm gonna get at it
I read another book, I'm writin' every feeling down
And I'm talkin', it's not just to myself now
I'm tryin' with that shit, you know I like it
Even when I'm sad, gotta work at it, yeah
I'm gonna get at fixin' me up
Yeah, I'm gonna get at it
You know I'm gonna get at fixin' me up
I'm gonna get at it
I read another book, I'm writin' every feeling down
And I'm talkin', it's not just to myself now
I'm tryin' with that shit, you know I like it
Even when I'm sad, gotta work at it, yeah
Michaela Vasconcellos
Struggling to speak even when spoken to opened up a childhood wound of limited expression. Healing this part is hard because I keep reminding myself my thoughts and feelings matter. Expression is okay and I'm allowed to be vocal when I'm hurt. Finding a voice is difficult when you've been told to be quiet almost all your life. Thank you for this song of healing.
Itz Alayjah
You couldn't have said it better, this is also a very large challenge for me atm and it's nice to know someone else out there feels it too😊💕
I LoveDance
Yes I found this song so healing
Lysha
❤️❤️❤️
WildThingsGrow
Wow I also went through that in my childhood!
Milics Krstic
This is no coincidence, I have healed actually these past two years and I feel amazing generally but today I had an epiphany. I realised that I indeed was shut down and that my feelings and boundaries weren't acknowledged and it hurts! I have never ever heard this song before, it popped up and as it started playing I read this comment and started to cry. Wishing you all the best ✨🦋❤️
Josie Taylor
I came on YouTube to find something while laying in bed at 2:30a.m. on healing for a book I've started so many times but hadn't finished and this song was the right at the top of my notifications. The universe knows exactly where to place you when you're in need...I saw the title and tears filled my eyes...as I begin listening I couldn't stop crying... I'm on a healing journey and I thank you for writing this song. As well as the universe for putting it in my path tonight... I'm a new fan...bout to go find your other music and listen your voice is beautiful
Maria Thabo Tshephe
As we all heal, we have each other, my love. 🇿🇦❤️
meenie007
I was meant to find this song. First time hearing this beautiful artist’s music, first song. Was really feeling the energy, the emotions today, this song really hits home. It’s honestly beautiful. I am healing, I am changing, and it has been hard but Ik it’s all going to work in my favor.
Toyah Bedford
To who ever is here in the comments- Healing is messy - but necessary!!
The journey to your highest self is like a game of snakes and ladders… but you eventually win!! Keep your head up, practice moment of being present and verbalised your gratitude daily!! 🎉❤🫶🏽🧚🏽✨