Sia Shells Casts a Mermaid Spell of Resilience and Self-Empowerment on Ethereal New Single, “Riding The Wave”
Sia Shells is a singer and songwriter who looks for the small bits of magic in everyday life — the kind you find in love, in quiet moments of reflection, or even in the dreams you can’t shake when you wake up. Her rich contralto voice and shimmering dream-pop sound have become the backbone of what she calls mermaid pop, a world where everything feels a little softer, a little brighter, a little more alive. After a run of coastal-inspired songs, her upcoming album dives even further into that oceanic universe, blending warm tropical textures with heartfelt lyrics to create music that feels both otherworldly and grounded in real emotion.
At the center of it is “Riding The Wave,” which Sia Shells describes as “a magic mermaid spell disguised as a song.” It’s essentially a gentle pep talk for anyone trying to navigate change — a reminder to trust the ebb and flow instead of fighting it. The line “Life comes in waves, but you are the deep ocean” hits like something a friend would tell you when you really need to hear it. It’s comforting, honest, and meant to make you feel just a little braver when life gets choppy.
“‘Riding The Wave’ is all about keeping your head above water throughout the current of life, especially when it pulls you down and it’s hard to see the surface,” Sia explains. “It’s about resilience, change, and finding the strength to overcome it all while evoking the mysterious and beautiful imagery of the ocean.” The track mirrors that emotional journey in its structure—quiet, breathy verses drift in like gentle wind on the shoreline, while the chorus swells into a powerful, cinematic wave meant to carry listeners forward. Produced with a touch of nostalgic warmth, the song feels like a familiar place you return to when you need grounding again, offering space for reflection, release, and a fresh breath of hope.
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