“Trauma” is Ryal’s Cry for Liberation from Toxic Bonds
Have you ever been stuck in a friendship that started amazing but slowly turned into an emotional burden? Most of us have experienced that kind of relationship that, instead of lifting us, drags us into chaos. “Trauma,” Ryal’s new single, is a shout of liberation from those toxic connections that keep us tied down.
With a thumping bass, hypnotic synths, and a beat made to get you moving, “Trauma” is everything you’d expect from a dancefloor hit, but beneath its danceable exterior lies a powerful story about the end of a destructive friendship.
“This song is about escaping a friendship gone south. When someone drowns in their own self-importance and starts manipulating those around them, it’s time to cut the cord,” says Jacque Ryal, the duo’s lead singer and songwriter.
“Trauma” is a direct response to the rise of online healers and coaches who use words like “trauma” and “triggered” as tools for manipulation. It’s a wake-up call about those people who claim to have all the answers but leave chaos in their wake. The song invites listeners not only to reflect on how to break free from these toxic bonds but to do so while letting the rhythm carry them on the dancefloor. It’s both a physical and emotional release.
The production of “Trauma” stays true to Ryal’s style, blending the nostalgia of synth-pop with modern, innovative touches. Another standout is the accompanying video, a live performance that captures the raw, visceral energy of the song, taking the mix of emotional and physical to a whole new level with every beat.
As for the lyrics, “Trauma” digs into the pain of a friendship that’s turned toxic, broken promises, manipulation, and the struggle to let go of what was once valuable. “Got this trauma/All I wanna/Escape from all of your damn lies/I’m in this trauma/I just wanna/Feel safe without you in my life,” Jacque Ryal sings, taking us to that breaking point where the urgent need to heal lies.
“Trauma” is an anthem for those who finally decide to walk away from a connection that once felt right but eventually turned toxic. And if you need it, it’s also the perfect soundtrack for your own liberation.
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