Indie artist Mckey returns with a haunting and heartfelt single, “Most of the Blame. ” This genre-blending track is steeped in pseudo-Bossa Nova textures, intimate vocals, and the painful clarity of love no longer meant to last. With introspective lyrics and softly swaying rhythms, “Most of the Blame” captures the ache of staying in a relationship out of fear: fear of starting over, of letting go, or of losing someone who once felt like home. “It’s about knowing someone isn’t right for you, even if you love them deeply,” says Mckey. “Sometimes we stay because we don’t want to face the loneliness or pain that comes after, even if it means sacrificing our well-being.”
For Fans of: Clairo, Norah Jones, Sabrina Claudio, João Gilberto
Genre: Indie Pop / Pseudo-Bossa Nova / Singer-Songwriter
RIYL Themes: Emotional honesty, fear of letting go, nostalgia, bittersweet endings
“Most of the Blame” was recorded as part of an audio production class led by Charles Haarhues at Arapahoe Community College. The original written music was created by McKey and was refined by Charles Haarhues. This release follows McKey’s previous single “Space Dance”—a dreamy, groove-driven track that introduced listeners to her experimental side. Together, the two singles reflect the emotional and sonic duality at the core of Mckey’s artistry: grounded in real feeling, but always unafraid to wander.
Mckey recently performed at Red Rocks Amphitheater (United Stage by United Airlines), and is continuing to build momentum as a rising name in the indie space. Her storytelling weaves together vulnerability, genre fluidity, and a desire to create music that lingers well beyond the final note.
Mckey’s long-term mission involves utilizing her platform to fight for environmental protection and promoting more sustainable and slow ways of living. She is a passionate advocate for protection of natural lands and has a strong faith in God that she hopes to showcase through her music and lyrics.
