Tahani, also known as Alyssa Hyndman or “Lissy,” is an artist from the small town of Coleford in England. Her music mixes classic emo with a modern vibe, inspired by bands like Evanescence, Linkin Park, and Paramore, along with newer artists like Røry. Tahani isn’t just a musician—she pours her real emotions and personal stories into her songs. Her latest single, “Psychological $uicide,” gives a raw, honest glimpse into her life, shedding light on the darker side of her mental health battles.
Released on November 17th, 2024, “Psychological $uicide” takes you on a journey through the pain of feeling trapped inside your own head. It’s the kind of song that speaks to the silent battles many of us fight. Recorded in the peaceful surroundings of the Forest of Dean, Tahani’s hometown, the track captures her emotional turmoil with honesty that is as beautiful as it is heartbreaking. This isn’t just about great tunes but an invitation to understand something many people don’t talk about enough—mental health.
Psychological $uicide
The heart of “Psychological $uicide” lies in its exploration of inner conflict. The song describes in detail the overwhelming emotions that come when you’re stuck in your own mind—anger, sadness, and confusion. It’s not about physical harm, but the toll that emotional and mental struggles take on us. The song speaks to those moments when it feels like your mind is your enemy, when your thoughts and memories keep you from escaping the weight of everything you’re feeling.
There’s also a powerful reflection on how memories can linger and slowly eat away at you. The song touches on how hiding emotions can lead to a kind of internal war no one can see, but that you feel every single day. The term “psychological suicide” isn’t literal here. It’s a metaphor for the moments when you mentally shut down to protect yourself from more hurt, when the emotional burden is too much to carry.
This isn’t just Tahani’s story. It’s something many of us can relate to. We all have those moments when life just feels too much, whether it’s from past pain, stress, or the weight of everything we’re carrying. Sometimes, it’s easier to put on a brave face and pretend everything’s fine, even though inside we’re fighting a battle no one else knows about. “Psychological $uicide” really hits home with that feeling of struggling quietly, holding everything in because we’re not sure anyone would get it or if anyone can help.
When it comes to relationships, the song speaks to the difficulty of opening up. Sometimes, we keep our feelings to ourselves because we don’t want to burden others or because we’re afraid to open up. But as Tahani so clearly shows, holding everything in just makes the pain worse. It eats away at you, and the longer you keep it inside, the harder it becomes to break free from those negative thoughts.
At its core, “Psychological $uicide” is a call to recognize the weight of mental health struggles. It’s a raw and honest reminder of how difficult it can be to carry emotional pain and how important it is to seek help before it becomes too much to bear. The song encourages us to open up, to be vulnerable, and to lean on each other. Tahani’s vulnerability in this track serves as a gentle nudge for us to acknowledge our own pain and to remember that we don’t have to go through it alone.
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