Meet rising London-based indie R&B artist, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist Ivana June.
June just dropped her new single “Butterflies”—and as the title suggests, it’s a fluttering gem, built around an intoxicating jazzy groove and fast-paced, breathy yet soulful vocals that hook you in from the start.
Clocking in at 3:41, the lush track highlights June’s vocals around the 20-second mark with a playfully intentional delivery that draws you deeper into the mood.
“Seems I left my things at your house again, again, oh we can’t pretend,” she sings, followed by a soft hum—like she’s caught in a moment of reflection, hinting that this connection runs deeper than either party is ready to admit.
Sonically, “Butterflies” builds and releases tension in a way that mirrors the anxiety of a new romantic connection. The addition of strings throughout the track serves as a perfect instrument to reflect the emotional push and pull behind the lyrics.
On the meaning behind the track, June shares: “‘Butterflies’ is ultimately about embracing new feelings, even if you don’t want to admit that you have them—reframing the narrative behind commitment; exploring and playing with the feelings that new love brings rather than fearing it.”
“Butterflies” is a beautiful and intentional introduction to Ivana June’s layered sound, offering new listeners a glimpse into her artistry. While the track is powered by instrumentation that drives it forward, it’s easy to imagine it hitting even harder in a live setting.
