Elena C. Lockleis has never been one to shy away from emotional transparency, and her latest work follows suit. This honest approach to songwriting has become her signature, turning personal struggles into relatable anthems that resonate far beyond her own experience. Drawing inspiration from Julia Michaels, an artist she dreams of collaborating with, Lockleis has built her own territory in the pop industry.
“Mind – Vs. – Heart” depicts that eternal struggle between building walls and tearing them down.
This song’s central conflict plays out in real-time: the mind advocating for solitude and safety, while the heart pleads for connection despite past wounds. Lockleis doesn’t shy away from the messiness of mental health in relationships, acknowledging both the desire for connection and the fear of hurting. The production strikes an ideal balance: mellow enough to let Elena’s soothing vocals take charge, yet structured with enough upbeat pop arrangement to keep listeners engaged. The bridge section stands out as particularly effective.
Lockleis understands firsthand how depression can make you want to push away the very people who might help. The result is a track that feels familiar to anyone who’s lived it.
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