“We Both Can Fall” marks an important new chapter for San Francisco–based artist Michellar, whose musical journey has been nothing short of remarkable. After a 40-year hiatus from songwriting, she reignited her craft in 2023 following an unexpected confidence boost: her acceptance into the deYoung Museum Open Call Exhibition. What followed was a creative flood—22 singles released in just nine months—and now, with “We Both Can Fall,” Michellar channels some of her most personal emotions into one of her most powerful releases to date.

From the first notes, the Kelly Clarkson influence that inspired the track becomes evident. The song leans into a modern pop-ballad tone, full of emotional tension and soaring melodic movement. Yet it remains unmistakably Michellar: honest, introspective, and rooted in lived experience. Co-written with frequent collaborator Tobias, the single is built on a deeply personal foundation. Both writers contributed equally to the lyrics and melody, shaping a story centered on heartbreak, growth, and the fragile hope that love can still be salvaged even when everything feels on the brink of collapse.

At its core, “We Both Can Fall” is a song about marriage, transition, and the often unseen emotional costs of personal transformation. Michellar’s recent burden of navigating life changes—especially how songwriting has reshaped her daily rhythms—creates the emotional landscape of the track. Her lyrics reflect someone trying to reconcile artistic passion with relational strain, admitting that while the road has become shaky, she still believes in the possibility of finding steady ground again. That raw admission of vulnerability is the beating heart of the single.

Adding another layer to the song’s emotional weight is the presence of featured artist Gracie Lou, a San Francisco recording artist whose voice brings a warm, tender texture to the track. The collaboration itself feels symbolic: despite the physical distance between creators, connection still finds a way. With vocals recorded in San Francisco and mastering handled in Staffordshire, UK by Tobias Wilson, the track is a true cross-continental effort. Michellar describes the process as unique, driven by shared vision rather than proximity, reinforcing the song’s message that love and creativity can survive distance—emotional or physical—when both sides are willing to fight for it.

Musically, the single strikes a delicate balance between gentle melancholy and rising hope. The emotional arc mirrors the lyrical theme: even when both people fall, they might still fall together. That idea gives the song its quiet strength. It doesn’t pretend relationships are easy; instead, it bravely acknowledges the breaking points while still extending a hand toward healing.

The track’s significance goes far beyond its polished production. For Michellar, “We Both Can Fall” is an emotional release—an honest cry from the center of her current life. It stands as a reminder that before any couple reaches a breaking point, there is always a moment, a space in time, where things can be rebuilt. That spark, however fragile, is worth holding onto.

With this single, Michellar continues to emerge as an artist defined by authenticity, resilience, and heart. “We Both Can Fall” is not just a song—it is a moment of truth, shared bravely and beautifully.

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