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From depression to victory, the boxing metaphor takes center stage in Matilde G’s new mental health themed track ‘Fighter’.
The song is already making waves for its powerful message of hope and determination. With soaring vocals and a catchy beat, ‘Fighter’ is sure to resonate with anyone who has struggled with mental health issues and is looking for a way to fight back.
“I wrote this song from my own personal experience with depression” says Matilde G. “I found the motivation to respond and overcome that difficult moment through the love for my family. I wanted to create an anthem that would inspire others to fight back and take control of their lives”.
And that’s exactly what ‘Fighter’ does. With lyrics like, “I’m alive, and I chose my heart over mind, gonna kill the demons inside, I’m the one in charge of my life, and I’m winning this fight.” The song is a rallying cry for anyone who has faced the darkness of depression.
Matilde G adds: “Everyone on social media seems to have the perfect life and relationship. But let’s be real, we’re all just human, and we all have our struggles. As a singer, I want to keep it real with my fans and encourage them to fight for their own happiness. It’s okay to admit that you’re not okay and to work on yourself.”
But it’s not just the lyrics that make ‘Fighter’ stand out. Matilde G’s powerful vocals over a catchy melody and a driving beat are sure to get your heart pumping. The music video features the rising star in the boxing ring, representing the fight against depression through physical activity.
Matilde G says, “Boxing is a great way to channel your energy and fight back against your demons.” And she’s not kidding. She trained at ‘The Ring Boxing Community’ in Singapore with the WBC Asia Silver Champion Abdou to prepare for the music video. Her opponent in the ring will be the WBO Asia Pacific Champion Kirstie Gannaway. It’s clear that Matilde G is taking the fight against depression seriously, and she’s using her platform as a rising star to inspire others to do the same.
The song’s sound that is both contemporary and timeless, makes it a must-listen for fans of all genres. Co-written and produced with Josefin Glennmark and Erik Lewander, ‘Fighter’ is a song that’s sure to lift you up and give you the strength to keep fighting, no matter what you’re facing.
The release of ‘Fighter’ follows the success of her previous single, ‘Hypocrite’, which received critical acclaim and was featured by MTV in the US. With ‘Fighter’, Matilde G proves that she’s a rising star to watch, not just for her catchy pop melodies, but for her commitment to using her platform for good.
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Matilde G is an 18-year-old pop singer and songwriter originally from Italy, now based in Singapore. Despite her young age, Matilde G has already made waves in the music industry releasing ten original songs that have collectively garnered over 6 million streams. Her music has been played in 176 countries and she has 200,000 monthly listeners on Spotify, while her music videos have accumulated over 6 million views on YouTube.
Matilde G has also built a substantial social media following, with 250K followers engaged with her content across various platforms. In 2022, she was one of the most viewed artists on “Year On TikTok Singapore 2022,” and she has also been featured in major publications such as Billboard Italia, Billboard Vietnam, CNA, and TGCOM24 Italia.
As an independent artist distributed by Universal Music Group, Matilde G has collaborated with renowned songwriters and producers such as
Andreas Carlsson (he wrote for Britney Spears, Backstreet Boys, Celine Dion, Bon Jovi, Katy Perry, Ricky Martin and many more), Daniel Caesar & Ludwig Lindell (BTS, Red Velvet, Girls’ Generation), Josefin Glenmark (ITZY, Le Ssrafin, Peg Parnevik).
She has also performed on big stages in Italy, Singapore, Japan, Maldives, Malaysia, and Indonesia.
In Dubai, she received the “MUSIVV Award” as the best singer residing out of the Middle East and and she was also invited to perform on DubaiOne TV, the main national channel.
Recently her latest music video, “Hypocrite,” was played on MTV in the US, which is where she feels she belongs.
She is currently collaborating with Hard Rock Hotels as a special guest performer in their resorts in South East Asia.
