{"id":"a720318b-d947-46de-a65a-44ed41160d3b","title":"Worth It Though","artist":"Alex Wilson","album":"Alex Goes Pop","year":2025,"genre":"Pop/Dance-Pop/Electropop","duration":"03:17","lyrics":"Intro (spoken-sung)\nBad idea? Probably. Worth it though.\n\nVerse 1\nBought the shoes, blew the rent, looked eleven-out-of-ten,\nTexted you at 2 A.M.—yep, I hit send.\nTook a shot, missed the train, danced home in the rain,\nWoke up with confetti in my brain.\nFriends say 'babe, be smart,' I say 'babe, be hot,'\nLife's a group chat—mute the plot.\nHeart says 'no,' hands say 'go,'\nI already know—\n\nPre-Chorus\nI could play it safe, but safe don't play,\nI could be okay… or be okay-ay-ay—\nIf I'm gonna fall, I'm gonna fall in glow,\nBruised in glitter, baby, say it slow—\n\nChorus\nYeah, I paid too much and I stayed too late,\nMade a mess, made a memory, made 'em wait—\nOops on oops 'til the story glows—\nWorth it though.\nYeah, I called you back when I swore I won't,\nKissed you twice in a taxi—don't quote—\nBad for my peace, good for the post—\nWorth it though.\n\nPost-Chorus (chant)\nWorth it, worth it (oh).\nWorth it, worth it (go).\nBad idea? Probably—\nWorth it though.\n\nVerse 2\nBooked a flight, wrong time, wrong gate—still fine,\nAte dessert for dinner, signed the bill 'be mine.'\nSpilled tea, new tea, screens shot, not me,\nIf drama's free, then pour me three.\nMom says 'girl, be wise,' I say 'girl, be bold,'\nGoldfish memory, heart of gold.\nRules say 'stop,' shoes say 'show,'\nYou already know—\n\nPre-Chorus\nI could play it safe, but safe's too slow,\nI could keep the calm… or steal the show.\nIf it makes me blush and the room say whoa,\nPut it on my tab and let it go—\n\nChorus\nYeah, I paid too much and I stayed too late,\nMade a mess, made a memory, made 'em wait—\nOops on oops 'til the story glows—\nWorth it though.\nYeah, I called you back when I swore I won't,\nKissed you twice in a taxi—don't quote—\nBad for my peace, good for the post—\nWorth it though.\n\nBridge (drop → beat + bass + vocal)\nIf regret's on sale, I'll buy it tomorrow,\nTonight we're rich in borrowed.\nIf trouble's a view, then raise me the window—\nLean out, breathe in—say it with your chest—\n\nBeat Hit (whisper stack)\nWorth. It. Though.\n\nFinal Chorus (double / ad-libs)\nI paid too much and I stayed too late,\nMade a mess, made a memory, made 'em wait—\nOops on oops 'til the story glows—\nWorth it though.\nCalled you back when I swore I won't,\nKissed you twice in a taxi—don't quote—\nBad for my peace, good for the post—\nWorth it though.\nSpill the light, let the city know—\nBad idea, best kind, here we go—\nWrite it down, make it bold—\nWorth. It. Though.\n(Ad-libs: Worth it, Oh Yeah! Worth it, Right Now!)\n\nTag (spoken-sung)\nScreenshotted? Great. Send me that.","notes":"Tempo: 122 BPM in A Major. Four-on-the-floor kick drum provides a constant, driving rhythm. Snappy clap/snare combination emphasizing beats 2 and 4, with subtle reverb for depth. Bright hi-hats with occasional 1/32 note fills add energy and excitement, particularly leading into the choruses. A tom fill in the pre-chorus builds anticipation for the chorus. The bouncy synth bass line (created using sine and soft sawtooth waveforms) features octave hops, providing a solid foundation for the track.\n\nInstrumentation Details:\n*   Verses: Glassy synth plucks and muted guitar stabs create texture and subtle rhythmic variation.\n*   Chorus: Detuned saw wave synth stack with a shimmering pad provides a lush, euphoric sound.\n*   Post-Chorus: Chanty vocals with gang vocal layers add to the celebratory feel.\n\nVocal Production:\n*   Lead Vocal: Playful and forward in the mix. Use subtle doubling in the verses to add warmth and presence.\n*   Chorus: Stacked 3rds and 5ths vocal harmonies create a fuller, more powerful sound.\n*   Effects: Short slap delay (90ms) and a 1.3s plate reverb enhance the vocal without overpowering it.\n\nMixing and Mastering:\n*   Mix target: -8.5 LUFS (Integrated) ensures commercial loudness.\n*   Bass frequencies: Kept in mono to maintain a solid low-end.\n*   Stereo Widening: Apply M/S processing to widen pads above 200 Hz, creating a spacious soundscape without muddying the lower frequencies.\n* Consider a very slight sidechain on the pads to the kick drum for rhythmic pumping","description":"A vibrant, unapologetic pop anthem celebrating impulsive decisions and embracing life's little messes. 'Worth It Though' captures the thrill of living in the moment, trading practicality for passion and creating unforgettable memories, even if they come with a side of regret. With a playful, confident vocal performance and infectious energy, the song encourages listeners to mute the 'shoulds' and turn up the volume on their own desires, finding joy in the beautiful chaos of life. Ultimately, it's a celebration of being imperfectly, authentically yourself.","image_url":"https://v3b.fal.media/files/b/kangaroo/TNKn9p7ecDW7da9w2yCon.jpg","audio_url":"","created_at":"2025-10-11T14:30:00.714034+00:00"}