There’s something electric about when a song feels both spontaneous and intentional — like lightning caught in a bottle. That’s exactly what Glasgow trio Tidal End have done with their latest single, “worth it!”. Written and arranged in just two studio sessions, the track somehow manages to sound perfectly polished while still buzzing with that raw, unfiltered spark that only comes from pure creative chemistry.
At first listen, “worth it!” feels upbeat and full of life, but listen closer and you’ll catch the emotional depth woven into its lyrics — a reflection on relationships, regret, and realizing their true worth once the dust settles. That contrast between feel-good sound and bittersweet storytelling gives the track its edge. The band kept things intentionally spontaneous, with the final version remaining strikingly close to the original demo — an artistic choice that adds authenticity and an almost playful irony to the finished song.
Formed after meeting at Cop26 in Glasgow, the three members of Tidal End are as collaborative as they are creative. Their blend of dreamy pop-rock and 80s-inspired synth hooks makes their sound both nostalgic and refreshingly modern. With “worth it!”, the band reinvents itself yet again — embracing chaos, channeling emotion, and delivering a track that feels like the start of something big.
Tidal End’s ‘worth it!’ is pure emotional adrenaline
