Megzz’ newest single, ‘Boys Will Be Boys (BWBB),’ is a powerful R&B anthem that addresses themes of female empowerment, misogyny, and revenge. The song challenges the problematic phrase “boys will be boys,” with Megzz expressing her frustration and anger while reclaiming power for women. Drawing inspiration from artists like Jorja Smith, Kiana Lede, and Mahalia, the track showcases Megzz’s raw talent, with her captivating vocals taking center stage throughout the 3-minute-long song.
Speaking of the process of writing the single, Megzz said:
“Writing ‘Boys Will Be Boys (BWBB)’ was a challenging but empowering and freeing process. As a strong advocate for female empowerment, my own experiences surrounding issues with misogyny, consent and sexism helped me to write a powerful piece of music for myself and hopefully other women.”
“The catalyst however, was one particular experience I had in the music industry. At a gig/industry networking event when I was 19, I was approached by a male artist who was both older than me, and more established in the music industry. He made this power dynamic known; saying he was able to get my music heard by his label and that he wanted to write together. But things quickly turned dark over social media, as he tried to blackmail me into sending him explicit photos – saying he would ruin my reputation in the industry before I’d even made a name for myself if I didn’t…That was the moment I started writing ‘BWBB’. It was my way of being able to express my rage without judgement, and a way to imagine what revenge I may be tempted to take in an alternate world without consequences.”
Megzz is an independent R&B, pop, and neo-soul artist hailing from Northamptonshire. She believes in the therapeutic power of music for both herself and others, with her lyrics emphasizing empowerment, self-love, and candid discussions about mental health struggles.
Live performances have always been integral to Megzz’s career, whether through virtual gigs for charitable causes during the pandemic, headline shows in person, or participating in competitions like the Isle of Wight 2022 and AMEX Gold’s Unsigned Showcase, where she reached the finals. In 2022, Megzz was recognized as one of the top six artists for AMEX Unsigned, garnering support from NME, BBC Introducing, and SYNCR. The year concluded with her being featured in the Amazon Prime documentary ‘Unsigned,’ which followed the journeys of AMEX’s unsigned artists.
Following an impressive start to the year with captivating live performances, the singer-songwriter has been teasing new music, assuring fans that her lyrics and content will maintain their raw and honest nature as she continues to find strength in vulnerability through her music. With sold-out gigs, music video co-directing credits, an Amazon Prime documentary, and new music on the horizon, 2023 promises to be a significant year for Megzz.
‘Boys Will Be Boys (BWBB),’ is available now via all major platforms.
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