Yagki Shines Bright On New Single, ‘Just A Ghost’
Lebanese/Australian alt-pop artist YAGKI has unveiled her melancholic single, ‘Just A Ghost’ – produced by Nico Scali (Loretta, jnr.) and mixed by James Guido (LAU, Lucy Sugerman).
‘Just A Ghost’ unfolds with indie-rock-coloured guitars, glistening pop synths and heartfelt vocals that gracefully transition into an ethereal pre-chorus, elevating the lyrics’ emotional resonance. The warm, nostalgic instrumentation swells into a climactic finale, ascending with unwavering spirit and intensity.
YAGKI talks about the inspiration behind ‘Just A Ghost’:
“‘Just A Ghost’ reflects my journey of running away from home at 16 to escape a difficult upbringing in housing commission and foster care. It also delves into the guilt of leaving my family behind in severe hardship and highlights the generational trauma that traps families in these environments.”
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Pairing the release is the emotionally driven music video directed/filmed by Max Pasalic (BESTIES). Starring YAGKI, her younger sister Ella Yagki and short VHS cuts of the artist herself as a kid, the video weaves through moments of reminiscence and introspection. Drawing set inspiration from the television series The Vampire Diaries, the various scenes artfully capture the profound essence of isolation that accompany feelings of being haunted by your own past.
In the live scene, YAGKI has previously shared the stage with acts such as Lotte Gallagher, RARIA, Joan & The Giants, Jewel Owusu, jnr., Butter Bath, Archie, Sophian and Mac The Knife.
‘Just A Ghost’ is available worldwide now
