Wake Up - Shannon O’Hara (Pop) Top 40 gold—that’s what Shannon O’Hara delivers with “Wake Up.” A genre infusing track, this heart wrenching ballad takes elements of instantly recognizable 80s drumkits, a country music melodic sensibility and modern day FX tricks to create a record as catchy as it is anthemic. The vocal is close and intimate, yet soulful and mature, giving us vibes of Kelly Clarkson with a touch of Pink when it comes to the harmonies and counterpoint. In “Wake Up”, Shannon sings about a love so good that if it’s a dream, she’s fine staying asleep. It screams sync potential—you can just see this song played over a love story on TV.
Best Lyric: “You and I ain’t what’s best, but I can’t let go.”