Melbourne-based singer-songwriter Molly Jane is making her marks with “Heavy,” a soulful and heartfelt indie-pop track that harbors into the dynamics of love, support, and emotional connection.
Fusing jazz influences with an undeniably pop sensibility, the song possesses Molly’s signature warmth and lyrical honesty while handing up an uplifting yet deeply personal listen.
From the working-class suburbs of Rowville to the artistic hub of Naarm/Melbourne, Molly Jane has taken a route that has both shaped her sound and perspective.
A graduate from the Victorian College of the Arts with a degree in Jazz and Improvisation, Molly’s sound seamlessly binds together elements of soul, indie pop, and jazz into an intimate yet expansive sound.
Since her debut single “Walk Me Home” in 2022, she’s built that loyal fan base through a high level of community feel and emotionally charged storytelling.
“Heavy” was born after one of those moments of deep empathy. Inspired by a close one who explained themselves to her as “heavy”-being a burden-Molly managed to mold her emotions into a melody that effortlessly dropped during a tram ride.
The soothing, yet driven chorus is almost a reassuring mantra: “Slow down your thoughts, I know it’s hard-you are enough.” This message of unwavering support and acceptance provides the emotional core of the track, which is all about being present in both joy and struggle.
Accompanying its release is an awfully striking and just heartwarming music video starring Molly and Ghost, a character with a sad face permanently stitched onto his white sheet.
The two spend the day around town, playing in parks, arcades, and bowling alleys-capturing the moments of companionship that are trivial as much as they are deep.
The video strikes a perfect balance of humor and sincerity, much like the song’s themes of embracing love in its many faces and reminding listeners that no one has to carry their burdens alone.
On “Heavy,” Molly Jane cements her position as one of indie-pop’s fast-rising voices of candor, turning her stories into songs whose impact well could be a lot broader than just personal. Poignant, emotive, and heavy, “Heavy” is one of those tracks that echo long after the last note is played.
Watch the video for “Heavy” below!
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