The Music scene in San Francisco has always been a place where artists aren’t afraid to share their true feelings and Michellar is exactly that kind of songwriter. Her latest single, DO WE LOVE US is a perfect example of that smooth but deep style that is so popular in indie pop right now. With this release, she brings something relatable, easy to connect with and memorable.
The song begins with a very natural feel and everything smoothly comes together. At first, it was a quiet, personal song played on an acoustic guitar but as the recording moved along, it took a huge turn. The tempo sped up and it turned into a catchy, synth filled dream. Although, Michellar wrote the song in San Francisco, and the final polish happened overseas, the song turned out just as professional as always with a high energy sound. It has this cool modern vibe that you’ll expect from a renowned artist yet it still feels like a personal diary entry at it’s core.
Personally, one thing i love about this release is how vulnerable it sounds. It doesn’t go deep into heartbreak or drama, Instead, it stays calm and reflective, almost like someone thinking things through in real time. There’s emotion in the lyrics, but it’s not heavy. It’s reflective, calm and has that balance makes it easy to listen to on repeat without feeling weighed down by it.
“Do We Love Us” is a song about those complicated parts of a relationship. Lyrically, it talks about what happens when you work closely with someone and things start to get a little blurry between being friends and being more. Michellar explains that the song was her way of letting out emotions that usually has to keep under control. It’s a feeling we’ve all had, that moment where you feel a spark with someone but aren’t certain if you should act on it or keep your distance. Michellar admits that as much as she likes writing songs with powerful meanings, writing songs such as this is a lot of fun and takes her away from being so serious all the time.
A large part of this song comes from producer Marius Alexandru, who worked on the track in Romania. The fact that the song was written in San Francisco and produced overseas gives it a unique feel—clean and refined, but still personal. It doesn’t sound overproduced; instead, it keeps that emotional core right at the center. There’s also a lighter side to “Do We Love Us” that I didn’t expect at first. Even though it’s about emotional uncertainty, it doesn’t stay stuck there. There’s a playful, almost carefree energy underneath it all, like she’s allowing herself to enjoy the moment instead of overthinking it. It feels refreshing.
There’s a great balance in this track; Easy to listen to, Simple and honest lyric and a soft glam vibe. It’s basically the sound of someone who has truly found her creative spark. Do we Love us proves that sometimes, the best music happens when you stop overthinking and just go with the flow. It focuses on a small, relatable feeling and expresses it clearly, with just the right amount of energy and emotion. Sometimes that’s harder to pull off than going big and Michellar gets it just right here.
This release feels like another step forward for her. It shows she’s growing, experimenting, and becoming more comfortable sharing those in-between emotions that are often the hardest to describe. And because of that, the song leaves a lasting impression in a very natural, understated way.
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