Caity Baser - I'm A Problem (Review)
- by Peter Källman
- in Reviews
The artist Caity Baser has just released a new track titled “I’m A Problem”, and long with the track follows a music video. The song is a poppy, anthemic tune about not adhering to what anyone is trying to think you should be. Caity is showing that she is her own artist and throughout the whole song, she is swinging little jabs at internet trolls etc. I think that this trope is something that most artists explore at some point. However, most people do it a bit more low key, where they don’t expressively make whole songs about it with such blunt language. This is why Caity’s rendition is actually really refreshing, straight to the point. It seemed like I was going another direction, but I appreciate the bluntness here - more power to her.
In the video, we see some embodiments of internet haters or trolls being targeted with paint guns and visibly upset about that. We also have a well choreographed dance number of Caity and her friends. The song was written by Caity baser, Christopher J Baran, Emma Rosen and Matt Raosevich. Production credits go to Matt Rad and Cj Baran.
Caity Baser is definitely a star on the rise. Well, she is already more famous than most people will ever be, but if she continues on this path she is sure to find growth in her success. Her latest track highlights some of the issues that celebrities usually face when they rise to fame. Often artists are heard mentioning that they can be in a constant stream of positive feedback for a long time, but will still get shook by a single negative comment. Most of us can’t imagine what it would be like, so in most cases I think it’s best to take their word for it. Anyway, Baser is releasing a mixtape titled “Still Learning” on March 14th. This is something we are very excited for. I’m A Problem is a vibrant synth pop anthem with some punk elements. It might be made for clubs and dancing, if I had to take a guess.
Finally, this track is also described as a vessel for female empowerment, which is absolutely true. It is not only a jab at internet haters, but a way of saying “I don’t need you I just need myself”. I think coupled with a healthy dose of self awareness, this is something that could be very useful for people to embody. Undoubtedly I’m A Problem will give a lot of people happiness and feelings of empowerment. Since the song is really adhering to the rules of pop, I think that if you went and had a listen, you might find that you have already been programmed to enjoy it. So please, give it a try!
