Anessa's "Es Así" transcends language with an endless rhythm
On Es Así, Anessa steps into the Latin-pop landscape not just as a singer or songwriter, but as a storyteller who’s made every moment count. The Oxnard-born Mexican-American artist has long shown a gift for turning her experience into melody, but this single feels like a moment where her voice, her heritage, and her community converge with perfect clarity.
Rooted in real stories from those around her, Es Así arrives as both a celebration and a reckoning. It’s a reminder that hope is often forged not in sweeping declarations, but in the quiet, persistent strength of families trying to hold themselves together. The track’s message deepens even further through its music video (linked above), which follows a family affected by ICE. It’s a narrative delivered with intimate humanity. Assuming you don’t speak Spanish, we felt the video is truly imperative to really understand the meaning of this hard hitting song.
Musically, the single is a gorgeous fusion of classic Latin instrumentation and modern pop flourishes. There’s a timelessness in its rhythms but Anessa layers in outstanding production touches that elevate the track into something super fresh. Little percussive accents, airy synth details, and subtly stacked harmonies all work together to create a landscape that moves with effortless rhythm. The bass line and percussion anchor everything with a pulse that feels alive!
Then there’s her voice, Anessa’s greatest instrument in our opinion. Sung entirely in Spanish, her performance still transcends language. Even for listeners who may not understand every word, the weight of her message is unmistakable. The backing vocals featured are smooth, rich, and thoughtfully arranged. It’s literally as if they’ve created a halo around the lead, expanding the sound without overpowering it.
Anessa’s production choices are purposeful, each detail serving the story rather than distracting from it. There’s honesty in every layer, and a sense of unity that radiates outward. With all that’s happening in the US right now, it’s songs like this that everyone needs to experience as soon as they can.
She’s not chasing trends, she’s building something real. We urge everyone out there to check out the music video, listen to the song of course, but to also follow along to stay tuned for the latest.
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