Berlin-based artist Moli is drawing attention to “a loosely defined set of symptoms (PMS) that disrupts the daily lives of a hefty 38% of women between the ages 15-45 across cultures” through her catchy indie-pop song, “Bring on the Rain,” which was released on March 7th. We had the pleasure of interviewing Moli, and here’s what she had to say:
Q: What’s the story behind “Bring on the Rain”?
MOLI: I’m quite a sensitive person and I tend to feel things very deeply. In the last few years, I found myself going through quite low phases where I would be very anxious and irrational in the way I was thinking. I felt like running away and starting a new life. I just wouldn’t really feel like myself. I started to notice that they would happen like clockwork and in parallel to that I was getting more educated about my cycle and the impact of hormones on my mental health. That’s when I put the dots together and realised that I was having quite bad PMS.
In the midst of all of this, I was writing new music. I was in one of those down phases and went to the studio and it just felt right to talk about it. Although very challenging I realised that these down phases are only temporary and when it hits me, I know there is a light at the end of the tunnel and that’s what “Bring on the Rain” is about. Feelings are temporary. Sometimes you just need to wait it out.
Q: Thanks for sharing! What do you hope listeners will take away from this song?
MOLI: I hope that it can be a friendly reminder to them that whatever they are going through it will get easier. Time will tell.
Q: In your research on PMS (Premenstrual Syndrome) and its effects on mental health and productivity, what’s one interesting thing you’ve found out that you think no one really talks about?
MOLI: The most interesting thing to me has been learning tools on how to work with my cycle. Understanding that the first 2 weeks will be the most productive weeks and the last 2 the ones where I need to be more mindful of my schedule and take more time off for myself.
It’s also important to be aware of this whilst making plans when you are feeling more energised in the first 2 weeks and have all this motivation, to not overwhelm your future self that might not have as much energy in the last 2 weeks.
Q: How would you describe your style of music?
MOLI: I would say Indie pop sonically and melodically inspired by artists from the 70s like ABBA, The Police, Prince, Kate Bush, and Queen.
Q: What do you enjoy most about being a musician and what do you think is a not-so-great aspect about it?
MOLI: There are multiple things that I love. One is having an outlet for all my feelings and moments of crisis. It’s so cathartic to be able to create something out of a struggle and then go on to share that with other people that might relate to it. I love collaborating with people that have the same passion as I do and I love playing my songs live and connecting to an audience.
The downside I would say is the amount of time I need to spend on social media. I haven’t quite found a balance yet on how to be proactive in sharing my life and being able to focus on making and writing music.
Q: Do you have any parting words for your supporters?
MOLI: A massive massive thank you. It means the world to me that people are taking the time to listen to what I have to say with my music. Still feels very surreal that it’s not only my family that is listening. I feel very lucky and grateful!
Interviewed by Zoey King
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