My North Star

"Break Me First" is a soul-stirring, high-energy R&B ballad that blends moody electric guitar, deep 808 bass, and atmospheric synths to create a haunting yet powerful sonic landscape, this song captures the pain of impending heartbreak and the frustration of being left in limbo.

Musical Elements:
Moody electric guitar and deep 808 bass create a brooding, cinematic atmosphere.
Syncopated drum grooves and pulsing synth textures add an edgy, modern R&B feel.
Dramatic brass swells and gospel-style harmonies intensify the emotion, making the chorus hit even harder.
A stripped-down bridge featuring only piano and vocals strips the song down to its emotional core before exploding into the final chorus.
Lyrical Theme:
The song captures the agony of waiting for a breakup that feels inevitable. The narrator pleads for their partner to stop dragging out the pain and just let them go:

"If you’re gonna leave me, just go ahead and say it / But don’t stand here acting like you’ll never break it."

The chorus is explosive and gut-wrenching, demanding clarity and closure:
"BREAK ME FIRST! / Don’t hold my heart like it don’t hurt!"

The bridge strips away the production, allowing the raw pain to shine through:
"Don’t say you’re sorry when you’re already gone / Don’t leave me waiting on a love that won’t hold on."

It all leads to a climactic, emotional finale, where the song reaches peak intensity before fading into an echoing, haunting outro.

Overall Feel:
"Break Me First" is a passionate, cinematic R&B anthem packed with soulful power and emotional weight. With its moody production, powerhouse vocals, and heartbreaking honesty, this song hits deep and leaves a lasting impact—perfect for those late-night moments of reflection.

Break Me First

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I realize that many of my listeners wonder why the shift in my music. Well, TBH the Lord has been dealing with me and Satan doesn't like it. I'm proclaiming that Jesus is my Lord and Savior. Yes, I've written songs prior to turning my life over to him. No, I'm not perfect. Even though Jesus is my Lord, that doesn't mean that I'm perfect. I am still human and I'm learning his ways and I'm striving for that. Having said that, I hope that you will continue to listen to my music. I promise not to disappoint and I'm trying to bring a new spin on christian music. I believe that music is an access to the soul and I don't want to be responsible for opening a portal that allows bad entities to enter through. My music will still be from the heart and will show the emotional rollercoaster ride that I am constantly on. The difference now, I have Jesus there to help me through the tough times and I'll have eternal life with him.

Waiting for You

Neesie Welch

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