Burnout these days seems to touch everyone’s life at one point or another. With increasing pressure, fewer outlets for stress and the big question of what it means hovering over our heads, it’s no wonder that so many of us are exhausted. Exploring that feeling with authenticity and passion is Saratoga Springs’ stand-out artist Noah XO in his suitably titled new single ‘BURNOUT’. He brings together dark-pop melodies, an emo-rap lyrical style and vibrant trap beats with a seamless ease.

‘BURNOUT’ is a lively structure that moves from one moment to the next like our ever-shifting emotions, especially in times of distress. There’s a strong sense of urgency from the high-tempo rhythms, while Noah’s quick-fire vocal delivery mirrors those crowded thoughts. His voice is vulnerable yet controlled, intimate yet not overdone, as though he’s putting a brave face on throughout the track. Although it’s all too easy for listeners to be swept up in the fray, yet those explosive pop hooks provide some much needed cathartic relief. Undoubtedly, ‘BURNOUT’ has an after-hours vibe that beckons you to listen during long drives, sleepless nights or moments of overwhelm.

“I wrote ‘BURNOUT’ because I was tired of pretending to be strong when I was breaking down with the lights still on. It’s a reflection of the reality where you try every treatment available, but nothing seems to stick. This song isn’t about finding a cure; it’s about acknowledging the war inside your head and letting people know they aren’t fighting it alone. It is the sound of absolute emotional collapse, put to a rhythm you can scream along to.”

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