London-based Zimbabwean singer, songwriter, and musician Ananya returns with her most emotionally resonant single yet, “All That Glitters Isn’t Gold”. Following the success of her previous singles “Emotions” and “Happy” and garnering critical acclaim from MTV, Rolling Stone Africa, iHeartRadio, GQ South Africa, and Wonderland, Ananya has cemented herself as one of indie-pop’s most captivating new voices.
Serving as her first release of 2025, “All That Glitters Isn’t Gold” delves deep into themes of broken trust, disillusionment, and the quiet strength that comes with accepting the truth. The indie-pop confessional resonates with Ananya’s trademark poetic lyricism, melancholic melodies, and ethereal production, embodying both the sting of betrayal and the power of reclaiming one’s worth.
The track, which began as a stripped-back piano melody, builds into a richly textured sonic journey. Its unconventional structure – tension-building before crashing into silence – reflects the weight of unspoken truths. Ananya explains, “Some lessons hit harder than others. This song is one of those realizations that lingers for a while after the moment’s gone. It’s about looking back at something (or someone) you once thought was special, only to see the cracks you ignored. There’s frustration, disappointment, and that sting of knowing you gave too much. But more than that, there’s a quiet strength in pulling back, in choosing yourself.”
Ananya’s delicate yet commanding vocals float between heartbreak and resilience, reflecting the painful yet liberating realization that not everything that glitters is meant to last. With influences from Lorde and Gracie Abrams, Ananya continues to evolve, marking a new chapter in her career with this deeply introspective single.
