“I Am Nothing (that I wanted)” by Alex Dunaway describes the feeling of disillusionment and melancholic thoughts in such a dreamy way, you start to wonder if you are listening to a lullaby or the inner workings of someone’s diary. She confronts the harsh reality of her situation after her breakup, grappling with the toll that stress and heartbreak have devastated her mental and emotional well-being. Dunaway lyrics are honest, reflecting the raw emotion of someone who feels lost and adrift in a world that isn’t recognizable to them anymore after such a stark change in relationship. Even though it might not seem like it at first listen, “I Am Nothing (that I wanted)” is a powerful reminder that life doesn’t always turn out the way we expect it to. But that’s okay too, cause those experiences bring beautiful works of art to life, like Dunaway’s song.
Written by Gabrielle LaRochelle
