Cicadas by Becca Bartlett
I’m not sure what it is about Becca Bartlett’s new song Cicadas, but even though it was released back at the end of July, it feels like a song made for September. That’s probably just me, though.
Becca Bartlett’s Cicadas is a modern folk gem—raw, hopeful, and introspective. A perfect soundtrack for autumn’s changes.
I’ve always felt autumn is a season that encourages reflection — change is in the air. The days grow shorter and the world erupts in colours too beautiful to last. Once September hits, I find myself building playlists of Joni Mitchell and Kate Bush — artists whose music invite you inward.
This year, Becca Bartlett will be in the rotation. too.
Cicadas is a modern folk track that offers the same kind of invitation to introspection. The lyrics are thoughtful and poetic: “Even in the dark of night. Nature screams. And I find it cathartic that it can be beautiful and not pristine.”
She reminding us that beauty doesn’t have to mean perfection. Bartlett herself says the song is about “learning to be okay with all the unpolished, unfinished, and unsure parts of yourself.” It’s a message that lands; who’s hasn’t, at least once, felt too much, not enough, or uncertain about where they’re headed.
Bartlett has just been nominated for MusicNL Pop Artist of the Year—and for good reason. With songs like this, she’s carving out a space that feels both personal and relatable.
If you’re looking for a track to carry you into fall, Cicadas is it.
Get it now.
I’m obsessed with music from Newfoundland and Labrador…
It’s fresh, wild, and full of surprises. The artists here are pumping out so much new stuff, it’s hard to keep up. So, I started a playlist of my faves—tons of genres, but the only rule is they’re local and totally repeat-worthy. I update it regularly, so follow along (on Spotify, Apple Music or Youtube).
Trust me, there’s a ton of good stuff coming your way.
