Notes from a Wrist
2023 single by D4vd
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"Notes from a Wrist" is a single by American singer–songwriter D4vd, released on August 18, 2023. The song is included on D4vd's second extended play (EP), The Lost Petals.
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| Single by D4vd | ||||
| from the EP The Lost Petals | ||||
| Released | August 18, 2023 | |||
| Length | 3:09 | |||
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| Songwriter | David Burke | |||
| Producer | Melone | |||
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Background
"Notes from a Wrist" is about D4vd's childhood friend who struggled with depression.[1] The song describes "the pain experienced in an unstable home."[1][2]
In an interview, D4vd described "Notes from a Wrist" as a turning point in his songwriting, where he shifted to telling stories from others' perspectives.[3]
The lyrics describe themes of emotional pain, self-harm imagery, and feelings of isolation, with the narrator questioning his fears and emotional responses despite achieving his desires.[2][4]
Music video
The music video for "Notes from a Wrist" was premired on the day before the song released,[5] being directed by Erik Rojas.[1][2] The music video depicts D4vd reflecting on challenging moments in his life while contemplating a lost love.[1][4]
In an interview, D4vd explained that the video is a symbolic of "the walk of life," showing how people can be deeply focused on themselves while missing what's happening around them.[3] D4vd described scenes in the video where characters look at themselves as representing self-reflection, almost like "talking to yourself about yourself."[3]