Stella Donnelly's new album 'Love and Fortune' captures the dull ache of being rejected by a friend who once knew her best. The Welsh Australian singer-songwriter, 33, drew inspiration from a painful breakup with a close friend that left her feeling powerless and heartbroken.
Any tension in other friendships she had previously could be talked through; this time, it was like having a conversation with herself. Donnelly realized "no amount of questioning or reaching out is going to work," and the experience was unlike any other friendship she'd had before. The emotional pain lingered, never fully resolved.
On her third album, Love and Fortune, Donnelly explores themes of love, loss, and self-discovery. The record features songs like W.A.L.K., a reflection on caring for herself and finding strength in vulnerability, and Ghosts, which captures the pain of hiding away from others when you're struggling to cope.
Donnelly has taken a deliberate break from the music industry in recent years. After touring internationally and releasing critically acclaimed albums, she felt overwhelmed and burnt out. She eventually took a step back, got a job at a local bakery, and discovered what self-care looks like for someone with a sensitive mind.
The new album is a reflection of Donnelly's journey towards acceptance and growth. Writing about her personal experiences has become a way for her to process emotions and connect with others who may be going through similar struggles. Love and Fortune serves as a reminder that it's okay to not be okay, and that seeking help and kindness towards oneself is crucial.
With Love and Fortune, Donnelly offers a unique perspective on the challenges of platonic friendships and the healing power of self-love. The album has sparked conversations about mental health, vulnerability, and the importance of embracing one's true nature – flaws and all.
Any tension in other friendships she had previously could be talked through; this time, it was like having a conversation with herself. Donnelly realized "no amount of questioning or reaching out is going to work," and the experience was unlike any other friendship she'd had before. The emotional pain lingered, never fully resolved.
On her third album, Love and Fortune, Donnelly explores themes of love, loss, and self-discovery. The record features songs like W.A.L.K., a reflection on caring for herself and finding strength in vulnerability, and Ghosts, which captures the pain of hiding away from others when you're struggling to cope.
Donnelly has taken a deliberate break from the music industry in recent years. After touring internationally and releasing critically acclaimed albums, she felt overwhelmed and burnt out. She eventually took a step back, got a job at a local bakery, and discovered what self-care looks like for someone with a sensitive mind.
The new album is a reflection of Donnelly's journey towards acceptance and growth. Writing about her personal experiences has become a way for her to process emotions and connect with others who may be going through similar struggles. Love and Fortune serves as a reminder that it's okay to not be okay, and that seeking help and kindness towards oneself is crucial.
With Love and Fortune, Donnelly offers a unique perspective on the challenges of platonic friendships and the healing power of self-love. The album has sparked conversations about mental health, vulnerability, and the importance of embracing one's true nature – flaws and all.
I've been there too, where it feels like you're talking to a brick wall in your friendships. Stella Donnelly's new album is like a raw, honest diary entry - she's not sugarcoating the pain or the struggle. It's like she's saying "yaaas, I was lost and alone, but I found my way again" 
And you know what? That's so empowering! I love how she's using her platform to talk about mental health and self-love - it's like a big ol' hug in song form 
, she's not afraid to dive into her emotions and share them with us. I love how she's using her music as a way to process her feelings and connect with others who might be going through similar struggles. It's like, we don't have to pretend everything is okay when it's not 
. And I think it's really cool that she took a step back from the industry for a while and found self-care in a job at a bakery 
, that's some solid life advice right there! The album's themes of love, loss, and self-discovery are so relatable, especially when it comes to platonic friendships. It's like, sometimes we just need someone (or ourselves) to know it's okay to not be okay 
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Stella Donnelly's voice is like butter for my soul 
she's so brave to be talking about her own darkness and it's giving me so much hope that we can all find strength in being vulnerable 
the way she's weaving these stories together is like a masterpiece, I'm obsessed with the lyrics of Ghosts 
it's like she's speaking straight to my soul, "can you love yourself when you're dying?"
Stella Donnelly's new album is like a raw, emotional punch to the gut, you know? Like, she's pouring her heart out about this toxic friendship that left her shattered and it's honestly making me feel seen but also super uncomfortable. 
. I can totally relate to how she talks about feeling powerless and heartbroken after a breakup that left her feeling like she was losing herself 
. It's something that I wish more parents would teach their kids - that it's okay to not be okay, and that seeking help when you need it is the strongest sign of strength 
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. I love how she talks about finding strength in vulnerability and embracing her flaws - it's something that I think a lot of us could learn from 
. As someone who's been through their own share of friendship drama, it was amazing to hear her story played out in song. The way she talks about feeling powerless and heartbroken is like looking into a mirror, you know? But what I love most about this album is that it's not just about the pain – it's about finding strength in vulnerability and self-love 
. I think we could all learn from her story and take a page out of her book on prioritizing our own mental health 
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Who knew baking could be therapeutic? 
! Her songwriting is so raw and honest, it's like she's talking straight to your soul 
. It's amazing how she's turned that experience into something beautiful. I feel like we're all going through similar struggles with friendships and mental health, but Stella Donnelly's music is giving us permission to be vulnerable and seek help 
. We need more of that in our lives! 
I love how Stella Donnelly is using her music as therapy for herself and others. It takes a lot of courage to be so vulnerable and open about your emotions, especially when it comes to sensitive topics like mental health. 
Can't wait to dive into this album and explore the emotions behind Love and Fortune 
. self-care is everything, right? especially for introverts or people with sensitive minds 
. But hearing Stella talk about how she had to take a step back from the music industry because she was burnt out and didn't know what self-care looked like for her 
... that hit me right in the feels 
. And I think 'Love and Fortune' is a really important reminder that we all need kindness and compassion towards ourselves... especially when things get tough 
... maybe this album will be the push I need 
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what do u guys think of this new album tho?
... her songs are like a diary entry that you're reading over your shoulder 
. I love how she's not afraid to share the pain of being rejected by someone who was supposed to be there for her 
. The way she talks about self-care and finding strength in vulnerability is so inspiring 
... we all need that reminder sometimes 
. It's really beautiful how she's using her music as a way to process emotions and connect with others who might be going through similar struggles 