On October 16th, Pretty Pity released their latest single into the pop-rock scene. The new single, "HELP," is an anthem for all of the stubborn independent people who refuse to ask for that "H-word" in the title.
Pretty Pity is a pop-rock band whose rebrand kicked off their new era around 2025. The band is made up of Tani Jade (vocals), David Kislik (lead guitar), Alex Gonzalez (bass), Billy De Guzman (rhythm guitar), and Hernando Torrealba (drums). Following a stretch of live summer performances that include playing at Orlando's Summer School Tour and Summerfest, plus a supporting set for Royale Lynn's tour, Pretty Pity has already proven that they are no stranger to the live music scene.
This single is self-aware at its core while also carrying the steady pop-rock sounds that keep you moving. Being one of the band's most genuine and personal songs, this sets the bar high for future releases. It is immediately being added to my "Stressed...But Music Helps" playlist for those particularly frustrating days.
As usual, one of my favorite aspects of this song is the lyrics. They come off as a bit sarcastic (it comes with the frustration and avoidance tendencies), which also makes them more relatable. The lyrics perfectly describe that moment of knowing what we should be doing for our own good and then choosing to do the exact opposite. Some of my favorite lines from this song will be living rent-free in my head. The anxiety-packed lyric, "Life is a bitch, I know// baby let me breathe// can we take it slow?" is a familiar plea for many of us when dealing with stress. The verse "Full of hope, but my hands are tied// think about it less when I// get loud, get rude, get more tattoos" is the perfect representation of popular coping mechanisms that many of us prefer instead of facing issues head-on. This song is full of mantras for the stressed but stubborn person that we either are or know.
Whether you're here for a deep dive into the lyrics, to become more self-aware of your own mental health and coping tendencies, or just to dance along...this song will definitely be playing on repeat for awhile. If you're looking for more Pretty Pity, be sure to catch them at one of their shows in November, or on their 10-date run supporting Youth Fountain in February 2027.
