Singer-songwriter Shaelyn Avalon is known for her raw lyrics, and “Mantrum” is no exception. This is a song about a toxic relationship, which can help you spot red flags from your boyfriend and empower you to stand up for yourself.
Through Pop music with dark and dreamy nuances, the independent artist based in Los Angeles finds solace in the melody, expressing the storm she experienced with her last partner.
Toxic Traits in a Relationship
The drama that Shaelyn experienced firsthand ranges from manipulation, possessiveness, and lack of respect, to financial abuse. All of these are warning signs that motivated her to write this introspective yet relatable song for many.
Certainly, listening to songs about toxic relationships helps you reflect on these narrated experiences to identify what you truly seek in a romantic connection and establish healthy boundaries from the beginning.
Extra Inspiration from Barbie
On a side note, Shaelyn finds additional inspiration for “Mantrum” in the new Barbie movie, specifically, the scene where Ken threatens to jump off a roof after the famous doll rejects him. For real, she admitted to Electro Wow that her ex acted just as cray-cray once.
Empowering other women to recognize these toxic traits in a relationship and not tolerate being controlled by a partner’s ego is so necessary at present. In some way, I think this track fulfills its purpose.
The Meaning Behind “Mantrum”
So, Shaelyn’s song “Mantrum” got its name from some intense experiences she experienced with her past companion. You see, the guy would throw a fit whenever things didn’t go his way, like a full-on tantrum over nothing.
Dealing with his constant outbursts must have been really tiring but she turned negative memories into something positive by channeling her emotions into music.
She sings from the depths of her heart to close a chapter and start a much better one.
Lastly, she showcases her versatility by incorporating Rap verses for the first time, diverging from her prior single “My Time.”
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