Meet LA-based alt-rock singer-songwriter, musician, producer, and self-directed creative Emily Brooks, who marries raw, emotionally honest lyrics with a deeply expressive voice that’s impossible to ignore.
Brooks’ latest release, “Black Cat,” is straightforward, lyrically sharp, and soaked in attitude, making it feel like a natural fit for a Netflix series like Hunting Wives if they’re looking to add a standout track to a future season’s soundtrack.
Opening with driving acoustic guitar, the song quickly ramps up around the 10-second mark as additional elements come in, taking on a subtle blues-rock flavor that feels palpable and almost makes you want to reach for your nearest piece of black leather clothing.
The track carries a slight twang woven into its electric guitar, and with Brooks’ sultry vocal delivery, it’s impossible not to lock into every word she sings. The lyrics aim to empower the listener to walk with their head held high and carry as much confidence as they can handle.
On the meaning behind the track, Brooks explains, “‘Black Cat’ is about embracing the parts of ourselves we were taught to hide. The song explores the collision of rage, beauty, desire, rebellion, and transformation through the metaphor of the ‘black cat’ — a symbol historically misunderstood, feared, sexualized, and demonized. It leans unapologetically into that energy.”
On what she hopes listeners take away from the song, Brooks says, “I hope people walk away from ‘Black Cat’ feeling more empowered to get messy, get real, and stop caring so much about how things look or what other people think.”
Brooks is a must-listen for anyone drawn to artists who color outside the lines and are actively reclaiming the parts of themselves they were once taught to hide.
