Odelia's “Someone I Knew” is a Soul-Stirring Indie Anthem

When a 19-year-old artist can already captivate with a sound as raw, authentic, and beautifully layered as Odelia’s, you know she's destined for something special. The Baltimore-born singer-songwriter recently dropped her second single "Someone I Knew," a dreamy indie track that pulls you in with its heartwarming honesty and soulful vulnerability. It's the kind of song that feels like an intimate conversation, where you share everything you’ve kept tucked away — and Odelia does this with such an openness that you can't help but feel like you’re in the room with her.

The track is a departure from your typical indie offering. With a blend of soulful melodies, folk undertones, and indie rock sensibilities, "Someone I Knew" feels sweet but real, like a letter written to a past self — a promise, a reflection, and an embrace all wrapped into one. Odelia describes it as a love letter to her younger self, and you can almost hear the smile in her voice as she sings, bringing you along on her journey of self-acceptance and growth.

A true testament to her musical maturity, "Someone I Knew" showcases the raw, full-bodied sound that Odelia has been honing since she first picked up the guitar at a young age. By 17, she was already dialed into a sound that draws from her classical and jazz guitar training, while her connection to her Baltimore roots pulses through the track. With influences ranging from Slow Pulp and Adrianne Lenker to Indigo de Souza, Odelia channels her personal experiences into songs that hit home not just for her but for listeners who’ve navigated their own growing pains. The song’s honesty cuts through the layers of self-doubt and uncertainty that many young adults face, reminding us all that it's okay to take time, stumble, and still rise to become the person we’ve always wanted to be.

The dreamy atmosphere of "Someone I Knew" only adds to its soul-stirring effect. The guitar twinkles with a shoegaze-esque shimmer, while Odelia’s voice floats over the track like a soft breeze, grounding us in the emotions she’s pouring out. There’s a real tenderness to the way she delivers each lyric, from the opening notes to the gentle crescendo that leaves a lingering echo long after the track fades out. It’s a beautiful combination of elements that reflects Odelia’s growth not just as an artist but as a person.

What makes "Someone I Knew" stand out even more is the personal nature of the song. Odelia wrote it just before graduating high school, a time when she was beginning to make her dreams of becoming a rockstar a reality. Now, here she is, an artist at Paul McCartney’s Liverpool Institute for Performing Arts (LIPA), continuing to follow that childhood dream while connecting with listeners worldwide. There’s something so relatable about the track — it’s the song you play when you’re reflecting on who you were, who you are now, and how far you’ve come.

And it’s not just her music that’s captivating; Odelia is also putting her creative stamp on her promotional efforts, venturing into video editing to help share her journey and upcoming EP I See Stars, I See Stars, Why Do I Always See Stars in the most authentic way possible. With "Someone I Knew" already getting airplay on BBC Introducing and finding fans locally and globally, it’s clear that Odelia’s music is reaching people in a way that feels deeply personal and universally resonant.

This second single is just a glimpse of what’s to come. I See Stars, I See Stars, Why Do I Always See Stars is set to release later this year, and with Odelia’s unique voice and perspective, it’s bound to make a lasting impact. Along with summer performances in the U.S. and a special release show in Liverpool, Odelia’s star is rising, and we’ll all be watching her soar.

If "Someone I Knew" is any indication, Odelia’s future is bright, and we can’t wait to see what else she has in store. With her candid lyrics, heartfelt performances, and her ability to translate raw emotions into stunning soundscapes, she’s definitely an artist to keep an eye on — and this dreamy single is just the beginning of her incredible journey.

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