Pip Millett - Hard Life [Video]

"You have a rough childhood as well, because with you being the only Black kid used to be up there. It used to be rough. But you survived it all. It was a rough year.”

These poignant words serve as a tender introduction to Pip Millet’s new gospel-fuelled single where she opens up to face her past. ‘Hard Life’ is an emotion-driven song tackles themes of race, class, trauma and acceptance as Manchester’s Pip Millet expresses the challenges she faced growing up.

‘Hard Life’ uses touching introspective lyrics to explore the weight of the topic:

“Tried to move on, but got motion sick // It’s hard to forget when the dark days hit // It’s cruel, I remember the things I didn’t do // And a dark day hits once more.”

Her lyrical prowess shines light on her ability to narrate lived experiences that reflect both personal and political themes. The old school hip hop, gospel and R&B influences at the core of this track combine to make it an essential listen.

Also in charge of the creative direction of the accompanying video, Pip Millet asserts herself as a multi-faceted artist with heaps of musical maturity serving as a refreshing voice in the UK music industry.

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