Elysia Marie’s new single “Unicorns” arrives as a bold, self-assured anthem for anyone who’s ever felt out of place. Built over several years, the song balances immediacy and polish, proving that patience in production can pay off in spades. Marie’s lyrics are deceptively simple, but they carry weight: the song is about standing apart, embracing the unconventional, and pushing back against both external naysayers and internal doubt.
The production reflects that duality. It’s uplifting without feeling saccharine, buoyant yet grounded, giving Marie’s vocals room to glide and sparkle. There’s a lightness to the melody that underscores the song’s aspirational message, but the underlying tension, those moments of self-questioning and societal pressure, keeps the track grounded in real human experience. It’s a reminder that being unique is rarely easy, but that struggle is what gives the triumph its resonance.
What sets “Unicorns” apart is how intimately personal it feels while speaking to universal truths. Marie celebrates the path less traveled without losing sight of the challenges that path entails: trolls, judgment, and the quiet gnaw of self-doubt. Yet, by the final chorus, there’s a sense of catharsis, of liberation, a triumphant nod to anyone who’s ever felt like an outlier. The song’s heart is in its affirmation: run your own race, and find your herd, even if it’s mythical.
For listeners navigating their own unconventional journeys, “Unicorns” is both a comfort and a call to arms. It’s a vivid reminder that the rarest creatures, the ones who embrace their differences, often shine the brightest.
