Los Angeles songwriter, producer, and mixing engineer Esthy is back with “bad habit,” a striking pop song that captures the emotional cycle of going back to someone you should leave in the past. The single provides an intimate look at one of the most common experiences in modern relationships, pairing intimate vocals and sophisticated music with intensely personal storytelling.
“Bad habit” creates a mood that is at once introspective and immersive, from the very first moments. Drawing inspiration from city lights, late-night journeys, and emotionally honest songwriting, the song crafts a vivid environment that echoes the intricacy of its topic. There is a sense of movement throughout the music, as if the audience is moving through memories, emotions, and difficult decisions with the artist.
Esthy’s greatest talent is her ability to mix openness with polished artistry. As a songwriter and producer, she offers a coherent vision to the release, making sure everything works together to make the song hit home. The production is glossy and striking, but never at the expense of the story’s intimacy. The thing that makes “bad habit” work so well is its honesty. Instead of offering easy answers, the track welcomes the tension and uncertainty that often come with emotional attachment. That authenticity makes the song resonate in a way that turns a personal experience into something universal.
This release also underscores Esthy’s increasing self-assurance as an artist able to merge technical accuracy with emotional depth. She gives a performance throughout that is intimate and emotive, pulling the audience into the story, but also feeling like a true connection.
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