Rising alternative-pop artist Zëta Ræ has unveiled her latest single, “Obvious,” marking a vibrant shift in her evolving sound. The Nashville-based singer, songwriter, and producer Hannah Schmeling steps into a high-energy dance-pop arena with a track that is equal parts playful and polished. Fusing her signature alt-pop sensibilities with sleek production, “Obvious” showcases Schmeling’s talent for blending genre textures into a modern pop framework.
Known for her ability to straddle rock, soul, and hyperpop influences, Zëta Ræ takes a bold left turn with this release. Originally conceived at Berklee College of Music, the track captures the thrill of Schmeling’s first experience in a professional recording environment. The result is a confident, infectious single that radiates both technical precision and irrepressible charm.
“Obvious” was co-written and produced with Ryan Adams, who also contributed guitar, alongside Max Troppe on bass. The song lands in the space where flirtation meets self-assuredness, offering an energetic, tongue-in-cheek perspective on attraction and situationships. Its combination of radio-ready hooks and playful lyricism positions Zëta Ræ alongside contemporary pop heavyweights such as Dua Lipa, Ariana Grande, and Sabrina Carpenter, while retaining her distinctive artistic spark.
Reflecting on the creative process, Schmeling shares,
“Obvious” signals a new era for Zëta Ræ, one defined by bold stylistic experimentation and unapologetic confidence.
