Hels Pattison spins nostalgia and self-discovery into gold with her new single Merry-Go-Round — a sun-drenched, country-pop gem that radiates both joy and emotional depth. The Newcastle singer-songwriter channels the spirit of Sheryl Crow and the honesty of Chappel Roan, all wrapped in a boot-stomping rhythm that makes you want to roll the windows down and sing along.
At first blush, Merry-Go-Round feels like a feel-good summer anthem — full of twangy guitars, catchy hooks, and carefree vibes. But just beneath the surface, Pattison explores a more poignant theme: the tension between youthful confidence and the self-doubt that creeps in with age. Her lyrics reflect a longing for the simpler days when being different wasn’t something to second-guess, but simply who you were.
Inspired by her own journey — from unashamedly loving country music as a child to feeling the pressure to fit in during high school — Pattison has crafted a track that is both personal and universal. “Trying to stay on top of trends is exhausting,” she says. Merry-Go-Round isn’t just about nostalgia — it’s about reclaiming your identity and embracing what makes you, you.
Merry-Go-Round is more than just a seasonal singalong — it’s a vibrant reminder to stay true to yourself, no matter where life’s cycles take you.
