A bittersweet pop gem that thoughtfully asks whether the possibility of lasting love is worth the pain of breakups and heartache.
Auckland, New Zealand–native Paige is an award-winning singer-songwriter “known for her heartfelt storytelling and soul-baring lyricism.”
She first gained widespread attention after Billie Eilish shared one of her videos, and she has since amassed over 78 million streams worldwide.
Blending pop, R&B, and acoustic textures, Paige explores themes of growth, identity, heartbreak, and self-acceptance with striking emotional clarity.
Her latest release is the five-track EP paigesspace, which closes with the stunning and reflective “why do we wanna be in love?”
The track arrives alongside an official visualizer. Speaking about the EP on Instagram, Paige shared: “I really love these songs, had so much fun making this EP with my friends. Producing 3 of these tracks is something I’m really proud of. I hope you love.”
“why do we wanna be in love?” pairs moody synths with soft, ear-pleasing acoustic guitar to create an emotionally charged backdrop that amplifies its vulnerable themes.
Lyrics like “Tryna be patient with my heart / If I was a little more logical it’d be fun / But this shit’s invasive / Ain’t flowers in vases / The good feelings aren’t always reciprocated” capture the internal tug-of-war between desire and self-protection, questioning why we continue chasing love despite its inevitable risks.
Fueled by intimate storytelling and Paige’s delicate, heartfelt vocals, the track stands as a bittersweet pop gem—one that wrestles with the universal fear of heartbreak while still holding onto hope. Press play, turn up the volume, and ask yourself the same question: why do we wanna be in love?
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