
Amie Blu Dives Deep into Self-Sabotage with ‘Swimming in Pity’

Amie Blu has released her new single ‘Swimming in Pity’ via 0207 Def Jam / Polydor Label Group. This track follows her acclaimed 2024 mixtape ‘How We Lose’, which featured the standout track ‘Everything About Her’. That release was celebrated with a sold-out show at London’s Omeara, showcasing her growing influence in the music scene.
The new single combines intimate acoustics with yacht-rock elements, highlighting Blu’s unique vocal stylistics. This blend creates a soundscape that is both tranquil and haunting; it draws listeners into her world, where the introspection becomes palpable. “I sometimes find a lot of comfort in my own sadness, and find it easier to wallow in my depression,” Blu shares, offering a brave glimpse into her struggles.
In ‘Swimming in Pity’, she crafts a narrative around acknowledging self-sabotage and the complexities of mental health. As she navigates through her feelings, the track becomes an anthem for those who have ever felt trapped in a cycle of sadness. It’s a reminder that it’s okay to sit with our feelings, but it’s also essential to seek out brighter days.
Her journey is set to continue with an exciting tour across Europe, bringing her poignant lyrics and stunning melodies to fans new and old. Here’s where you can catch Amie live:
- MARCH
28 Palladium, Riga, Latvia - 29 Alexela Concert Hall, Tallinn, Estonia
- 30 Tavastia, Helsinki, Finland
- APRIL
2 Cirkus, Stockholm, Sweden - 3 Rockefeller, Oslo, Norway
- 6 Vega Main Hall, Copenhagen, Denmark
- 8 Metropol, Berlin, Germany
- 10 Kaufleuten, Zurich, Switzerland
- 11 Bern, Switzerland
- 12 Cully Jazz Festival, Cully, Switzerland
- 15 La Cigale, Paris, France
- 17 The Academy, Dublin, Ireland
- 23 O2 Kentish Town Forum, London, UK
As Amie Blu embraces her vulnerability in this new piece, listeners are encouraged to reflect on their own experiences. Her ability to transform pain into art is truly inspiring, making ‘Swimming in Pity’ a track worth diving into.