Livia Barrell’s “What If” Captures the Electric Thrill of New Love

Livia Barrell’s pop journey kicks off with her grandfather, a musician who sprinkled some serious magic on her childhood and sparked her love for performing. Even after he left this world, Livia channeled her grief into her music, crafting a unique voice that mixes heartfelt lyrics with catchy hooks. With her roots in musical theater and a dash of film acting, the New York-based singer-songwriter is a performer in more ways than one, and her awesome voice has an undeniable knack for drama and intense evocative prowess, as we’ll come to find out in her newest song.

“What If” is a song about something I believe we’ve all experienced—that electric, tingling sensation that sparks a fantasy, pulling us into a daydream of what life could be like with that one person who feels undeniably special. It’s that moment when possibility feels infinite, and the future glows with potential.

“You know that feeling when you meet someone new and feel that intense rush of infatuation. You feel the tension of those first moments of flirting and you think about an entire possibility of what you could be together.” — Livia Barrell

You don’t have to be in a relationship with them, you don’t even have to know them all that well, sometimes yearning and imagination just go a long way to stimulate an illusion that makes you feel alive. The song dives into those late-night thoughts that keep you tossing and turning—what if this is the real deal, what if it crashes and burns? It’s a thrilling experience we’ve all lived through time and time again—those moments of longing and wonder that feel both familiar and exhilarating. The classic synth-pop rhythm in this track amplifies that wistful, nostalgic vibe, making the song not just relatable, but truly unforgettable. So, keep an eye (and ear) on Livia Barrell—she’s just getting started, and the best is yet to come!

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