Moli returns with new single!

Berlin-based, Belgium-raised rising pop icon MOLI returns today with her dreamy new single ‘It’s Not My Fault’. Produced by JUNGLE’s Tom McFarland, this nostalgic new cut evokes the 80s with its shimmering electro-pop leanings, wavy synths and MOLI’s signature delicate, soulful vocals.

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Speaking on the single, MOLI said -

“It’s Not My Fault’ is about coming to the realisation that you need to leave something that is bad for you and finally feeling a glimpse of that sense of freedom you were missing after feeling pulled down and heavy for so long. I personally felt like certain romantic situations I was in really weighed me down. They felt very one sided. Always chasing people, putting them on a pedestal and putting so much of myself and emotions into it only to end up feeling like I was never enough for them. I would feel so vulnerable and susceptible to being taken advantage of. I didn’t feel like being my true self was okay as I was so focused on pleasing the other person. Making it to the other side of that and experiencing healthier relationship dynamics made me feel so much lighter, confident and independent. It is so freeing to be unapologetically me. At the same time, I have been learning to navigate a very male dominated industry. I feel a lot of growth has happened for me over the last few years. I have my own opinions and I am confident in what I do which has made such a big difference if ever I do end up in a room with someone who I do not feel respected by. It is a very liberating feeling to not be so dependent on someone else’s validation, opinion and it’s that sense of freedom and confidence that I hope ‘It’s Not My Fault’ portrays.”

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The single arrives today with a slick and sumptuous video shot by director Marek Partyš and inspired by the drama and hijinks of old films. Transporting viewers back to the 80s, the visual is set in a casino following a host of glamorous con-men manipulate a roulette wheel, before MOLI in her most baddass, empowering performance yet, unexpectedly swoops in and steals the final riches.

Speaking on the video, Partys said -

“The first time I listened to the song It is not my fault, I got a whiff of the 80s. The mysterious club, the strange characters, the detective, the casino, the smoke, all popped into my mind while listening to the song. It was a fun ride to piece all these elements together into a story where the singer Moli herself plays one of the main roles. And I'm convinced that she did it perfectly. The whole crew deserves a lot of thanks and respect for helping us with the whole production process.”

MOLI

Artist and songwriter MOLI (born Molly Irvine) is one of the most exciting emerging pop artists on the global scene. The multi-hyphenate crafts shiny, soulful pop moving between styles with remarkable fluidity and inspired by a broad spectrum of influences from the likes of Gen-Z names including Wet Leg and Phoebe Bridgers to artists like Bruce Springsteen who soundtracked the long car journeys of her childhood.

A highly sought-after and prolific songwriter, MOLI has over 70 writing credits under her belt for songs with streams soaring into hundreds of millions on Spotify – such as 'Breaking Me' by Topic and A7S for which she received a BMI Pop Award in 2021 and the recent ‘Weekends’ with Jonas Blue and Felix Jaehn - MOLI is as adept with the pen as she is an artist in her own right. With two EPs already released and drawing heat from the likes of Wonderland, CLASH, The Line of Best Fit, Pop Justice, NOTION and more, MOLI is truly on the rise.

2022 was a huge year for MOLI that saw her collaborate with revered Swedish songwriters and mentors Cheiron Productions (Backstreet Boys, Boyzone, *NSYNC, Britney Spears) to record her ethereal take on Westlife’s iconic 90s hit ‘Fool Again’. The release comes after MOLI performed the track to celebrate her win at the Denniz Pop Awards in the International category. MOLI joined the hallowed ranks of songwriters honoured by the awards including the likes of Snoh Aalegra, Tove Lo, Mabel, Avicii and more.

‘It’s Not My Fault’ follows MOLI’s striking PMS anthem ‘Bring On The Rain’ which arrived earlier this year to acclaim from The Line of Best Fit, Noctis, Enfnts Terribles, PopJustice, Luna Collective and more.

Stay tuned for more from MOLI this year.