‘i said that i wasn’t… (i was)’ by Whitney Bjerken

Alt-pop rising star Whitney Bjerken makes a bold statement of growth and self-acceptance with her latest single, ‘i said that i wasn’t… (i was)’. A stark contrast to the darker tones of her previous work, the track finds the 19-year-old artist embracing vulnerability and emotional complexity, all the while showcasing her signature genre-blending style.

The new single follows her September release, ‘fake’, and continues her evolution as a storyteller. With a grungy, riff-heavy production underscored by raw and unfettered lyricism, the song captures Whitney’s exploration of the conflict between heart and mind. “It’s about being confused about your feelings towards a person,” she explains. “I’m someone who usually has very strong opinions about people, but sometimes I make up my mind too quickly, and I wanted to embrace that feeling of being wrong.”

The track’s powerful energy is built around a driving guitar riff Whitney created at home in Georgia, which she later developed in collaboration with producer Alex DeVor in Nashville. The result is an emotionally charged anthem that pairs soaring vocals with grunge-infused melodies, a sound that reflects her maturity and musical growth.

Following the success of her debut EP, Mental Gymnastics, which has already garnered nearly 700,000 streams, ‘i said that i wasn’t… (i was)’ further solidifies Whitney’s place as an artist to watch. With a dedicated fanbase and a sound all her own, the future looks bright for this emerging star.