Ellie Goulding Returns with Empowering Anthem 'Destiny'
In a bold statement of surrender, British singer-songwriter Ellie Goulding has released her highly anticipated new single "Destiny" after a two-year hiatus. The song marks a significant departure from the heartbreak and turmoil that characterized her previous work, instead embracing a sense of liberation and self-empowerment.
Recording "Destiny" was reportedly a therapeutic experience for Goulding, allowing her to channel her emotions into a cathartic release. "It made me feel so much better - like the prize was me all along," she revealed in a statement. By stripping away her personal demons and focusing on the song's message of surrender, Goulding feels she has tapped into a profound sense of freedom.
The accompanying music video, directed by Floria Sigismondi, beautifully captures the contrasting emotions of tension and bliss that underpin "Destiny." Goulding's raw vocals soar as she sings of letting go of past hurts and embracing her own destiny. The soaring chorus is underscored by lush strings and a choir, which adds to the song's triumphant feel.
For Goulding, "Destiny" represents a turning point in her artistic journey. After the emotional toll of her previous work, she felt compelled to explore new themes and emotions on this new album. As she notes, "I got to just explore other things about myself... Right now, I just want to dance. I just want to sing, I just want to smile."
With "Destiny," Goulding has proven herself a versatile artist capable of reinventing her sound and style. The song's uplifting message and soaring melody have left fans eagerly anticipating the release of her forthcoming album.
In a bold statement of surrender, British singer-songwriter Ellie Goulding has released her highly anticipated new single "Destiny" after a two-year hiatus. The song marks a significant departure from the heartbreak and turmoil that characterized her previous work, instead embracing a sense of liberation and self-empowerment.
Recording "Destiny" was reportedly a therapeutic experience for Goulding, allowing her to channel her emotions into a cathartic release. "It made me feel so much better - like the prize was me all along," she revealed in a statement. By stripping away her personal demons and focusing on the song's message of surrender, Goulding feels she has tapped into a profound sense of freedom.
The accompanying music video, directed by Floria Sigismondi, beautifully captures the contrasting emotions of tension and bliss that underpin "Destiny." Goulding's raw vocals soar as she sings of letting go of past hurts and embracing her own destiny. The soaring chorus is underscored by lush strings and a choir, which adds to the song's triumphant feel.
For Goulding, "Destiny" represents a turning point in her artistic journey. After the emotional toll of her previous work, she felt compelled to explore new themes and emotions on this new album. As she notes, "I got to just explore other things about myself... Right now, I just want to dance. I just want to sing, I just want to smile."
With "Destiny," Goulding has proven herself a versatile artist capable of reinventing her sound and style. The song's uplifting message and soaring melody have left fans eagerly anticipating the release of her forthcoming album.
'Destiny' is like the ultimate anthem for when you're done letting past hurts hold you back 
. i love how Floria Sigismondi brought out the drama and tension in that music video 
... but at the same time, it's still super uplifting & joyful 
. can't wait to hear what her new album has in store for us 
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... I mean, don't get me wrong, her previous stuff was catchy, but it felt like she was just baring her innermost feelings to the world 
. And now she's out with "Destiny" and it's all about empowerment and self-love? 
That feels super cliché to me... I'd rather see someone be honest about their struggles and imperfections, you know? 
But hey, if this song gets people dancing and feeling good, who cares? 
She's been through hell and back with her past music, but it sounds like she's finally found her freedom in "Destiny". I mean, who doesn't want to let go of their demons and just be free? 
! I love how this new single "Destiny" is all about embracing freedom & letting go of past hurts 
. The music video is EVERYTHING 
Floria Sigismondi did an amazing job capturing the emotions in the song! Ellie's vocals are giving me life 
I'm so hyped for this new album, it's gonna be HUGE 
. It's so inspiring to hear her own voice saying "I just want to dance" - we've all been there, right? 
The music video is stunning too, it really captures the essence of this song. I'm super hyped for her new album now! 
its so empowering I love how she talks about letting go of past hurts and embracing herself I feel like we all need a little reminder to do that sometimes haha anyway i've been meaning to ask is anyone else watching those crazy True Detective shows on Netflix? i just started season 3 but got distracted by a cat video 
It's like she took all her heartbreak and transformed it into a dance party anthem 
The music video is giving me LIFE too - Floria Sigismondi outta here with that visual magic 
! Goulding's been on quite the journey from heartbreak to empowerment, but now she's over here slaying the game like a boss 
The music video is stunning too - Floria Sigismondi did an amazing job capturing the emotions of the song. Goulding's vocals are insane 
but i guess if u ask me she does sound pretty good on this one 
it's like you can FEEL the surrender and bliss radiatin from every note 
anyway, i mean "Destiny" is a nice song but it feels like every single artist is releasing an empowering anthem these days its all just so samey... and what's up with the music video it just looks like a generic feel-good montage