Mitski

A concertgoer dances to the music of Mitski at Pitchfork Music Festival on July 16, 2022.

Mitski is so honest in her lyrics, and her instrumentals speak beautifully to the emotional content of the songs.

Mitski’s love-lorn state in this song is intoxicating and we will gladly line up for countless doses.

Over the course of six albums, Mitski has finessed dejection into various different shapes.

The TikTok is fittingly soundtracked by indie musician Mitski screaming.

It helped launch Mitski reluctantly into the spotlight.

It’s haunting, devious, and sinister, but also full of Mitski’s clever turns of phrase.

More than anything, the show was proof that Mitski can play massive shows to thousands of people without sacrificing the artsy intimacy that has always set her apart.

But when she closed with “I Bet on Losing Dogs,” a song whose title pretty much says it all, even fans in the far back could see Mitski’s wicked grin, a knowing smile evocative of mischief, glee and rebellion.

In response to another fan who pointed out how long she’s been touring, Mitski replied, “Yeah.

She’s also set to open Mitski’s “Be the Cowboy Tour” beginning March 30th.

Despite her self-defensive inclination towards burning bridges, Mitski’s ability and desire to write songs that people connect with has won out.

Mitski’s attracts sellout crowds because she gives people a space where they can admit their failures, their romantic misfortunes, their isolation.

Not only are her songs good, but Mitski’s voice also is distinct — lovely in spots, unforgiving in others.

Since her 2014 album Bury Me at Makeout Creek, which made her a promising indie rock star, Mitski’s music has often spoken of the inevitable shortcomings of romantic love.