Lana Lubany reflects on Palestinian heritage with new single ‘Make it Better’
Lana Lubany, a Palestinian-American Artist currently based in London, has released a powerful new single named ‘Make it Better’.
Photo by Sahra Zadat
Written as a reflection on Lubany’s Palestinian roots, the new single is imbued with a sense of raw grief over the recent attack on Gaza.
In this gut-wrenching melody, she shares a message with her fans, bringing us on a voyage through the emotions of grief, through the process of withdrawing and isolating herself but also trying to heal. In its purest form, her angelic voice, supported by guitar, helps us sense the pain and regrets of missed goodbyes.
Her lyrics couldn't be presented more clearly:
I am angry, I am weak
Some things aren't yours to keep
Like a moment on your cheek
Wish I could kiss you better
Voices blowin' in the breeze
So much more than I'm perceived
Now it's gettin' hard to breathe
Wish I could make it better
And finishing with
The sky’s so clear
I see an airplane, and I don't feel fear
I feel so lucky I am here (Mm, mm-hmm)
And everything's happening at once, which is what makes it harder
They say what doesn't kill you makes you stronger
But I don't feel strong right now
So I'll just go to sleep
The release was accompanied by a visualiser, which reminisces on carefree childhood moments and celebrates being part of a rich, family-centred culture.
For everyone who understands loss, for those who know the feeling of having everything ripped from under you, Make it Better, can help us start healing those open wounds.
It has been recently announced that Lubany will be joining The Last Dinner Party in their sold out European tour starting this February.