With layers of glossy synths, tight percussion and a slight touch of retro flair, it’s no surprise that some are already naming this “the song of the summer”.
The chorus is a standout - it doesn’t just land, it explodes. An irresistible energy burst that you simply can't help but dance to. Whilst playful on the surface, beneath the glitter lies something more grounded. With one track, Avery Cochrane has turned the dancefloor into a stage where identity is both costume and cage.
The lyrics “Will she waste into the kind of woman everyone likes? / She’s an industry professional at telling you lies / Works hard for her money, and still can’t get by” showcase a character constructed from expectations, trying to navigate a world where they have to be likeable, desirable and profitable - all whilst holding onto their sense of self. It’s in this tension, between the surface sparkle of femininity and a deeper strain of performance, that Avery Cochrane finds not just her sound, but her story.
There’s a strange kind of magic in music that lets you feel euphoric and hollow at once. Avery Cochrane harnesses that duality with precision.
Sleek but never soulless, the result is a track that doesn’t beg for attention; it earns it. ‘Shapeshifting on a Saturday Night’ isn’t just about dancing through change; it’s about surviving it. In a crowded pop landscape, Avery Cochrane has crafted something rare: a banger that bruises beautifully.
Anna Louise Jones
Image: ‘Shapeshifting on a Saturday Night’ Official Single Cover
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