Ava Valianti is a singer and writer who gets people’s attention right away. She started her musical journey when she was just nine years old. She grew up listening to a wide range of music, from Elvis Costello and The Beatles to the deep, soulful sound of New Orleans jazz. She also gets ideas from young musicians like Billie Eilish and Olivia Rodrigo. This mix of old and new helps her write songs that are incredibly honest and full of feeling.
She is good at what she does because she was born with talent and works well with other people. Ava works with famous people like producer Chris Plante, Dan Alvarez de Toledo and Jordan Dunn-Pilz from the band TOLEDO. She has already put out many songs, like “Middle Ground,” “Clean My Room,” and “Bubble Wrap.” Many radio stations play her music, and she has gotten much good praise, even being picked for the Boston Music Awards. Everyone is excited for her first full album to come out soon.
Hot Mess
“Hot Mess,” a song from her first album that really stands out, is a great example of how to accept yourself in today’s world. This is an alternative pop song that has the loud, sharp intensity of rock music from the 2000s. The sound design is smart because it mixes two contrasting moods. The guitar notes are clean and bright, while the bass line is deep and a little gritty, which keeps the song strong. The song’s striking and recognizable style comes from the mix of tidy melodies and rough-edged sounds.
The way Ava sings is a big part of what makes the song so catchy. Her voice may shift quickly, going from soft, intimate moments that feel like she’s talking to you to loud, powerful singing that fills the room. The extra voices in the background aren’t simply for show; they help make the main point stronger. When the major portion of the song starts, the background voices make it feel like a great communal moment, and it’s evident that everyone should sing along and be proud.
“Hot Mess” is about how people feel the need to look perfect all the time. The song quickly compares what people think is a clean, pristine life with the actuality of a real, complicated, and human life. Ava isn’t just moaning about her shortcomings; she makes a conscious, glad choice to be honest and messy instead of trying to seem perfect. People feel alone when they try to seem ideal.
The song makes a good point: the things that other people might call mistakes are what make you special and strong. The song pushes the idea of feeling free that comes when you stop hiding the real you. People don’t find real joy and deep friends when they act like they are perfect. They find it when they talk about their weak points. The final message is that life is better, louder, and more fun when you love yourself fully and have an open, honest heart. The song “Hot Mess” is bright, clear, and celebrates the joy and strength of being real about your mistakes.
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