WRITTEN BY CAITLIN TRAVERS
Hana Giraldo's latest single, "Play My Sh*t (ALEXA)," delivers a vibrant and boundary-pushing soundscape that feels like a collision of a dystopian fantasy and a high-fashion fever dream. The track masterfully explores the side effects of being a modern pop icon, exploring themes of technology and human emotion while setting the tone for a new era of indie pop.
With its hypnotic beat, and a chorus as infectious as it is commanding, Giraldo’s unmistakable vocal charisma is the cornerstone of this song. The song's references to digital technology, such as the "ALEXA" that occupies the single’s title, act as metaphors for the tensions between efficiency and intimacy in our technological age. It's a sonic experience designed to both captivate and provoke, offering listeners a glimpse into a world where art, technology, and human connection coexist in chaotic harmony.
Hana Giraldo's artistic identity reflects her rock royalty lineage as the daughter of icons Pat Benatar and Neil Giraldo while carving out her own unique space in the pop music landscape. Her influences—ranging from Lady Gaga to Rihanna—are evident but never overshadow her originality. The result is music that feels as much like a personal statement as it does a cultural commentary.
This year, Giraldo’s star has continued to rise with a standout cover of Madonna’s "Burning Up" for International Women’s Month and a collaboration with Cover Nation and Warner Chappell Music that paid homage to her roots while asserting her modern pop prowess. Beyond her music, Giraldo uses her platform to advocate against youth bullying, partnering with Boo 2 Bullying to inspire her millions of followers to foster kindness and resilience.
"Play My Sh*t (ALEXA)" is more than a song—it's an ode to technology that just happens to make you want to get up and move. Giraldo’s audacious blend of sound and storytelling solidifies her place as a pop provocateur unafraid to push limits and redefine what it means to be a modern artist. You heard her; play Hana Giraldo’s new single on Spotify and Apple Music!