Nicole Issa captures the distance between feeling and reality on new single 'Cliché'

There’s a particular kind of heartbreak that comes from the slow, quiet unravelling of something that may never have fully existed in the first place. And on 'Cliché', Australia's Nicole Issa leans into that fragile space to deliver a song that feels as intimate as a late-night thought you can’t quite shake.

Built on delicate acoustic textures, the track unfolds with a gentle patience that mirrors its emotional core. The production remains understated, allowing the song’s emotional nuance to take centre stage. And each element feels carefully placed, creating a sense of closeness that draws us in rather than pushing outward.

Issa’s vocal performance is where the track truly finds its resonance. There’s a softness to her delivery that sounds controlled, deliberate, and deeply expressive. She lets the vulnerability sit plainly, giving each line space to breathe as it plays.

But what truly elevates 'Cliché' is its self-awareness. The writing circles around the idea of whether the feeling itself is real, or simply a projection shaped by distance and longing. And that tension gives the track its emotional pull, creating a narrative that feels both deeply personal and universally recognisable.

The collaboration with The Happiest Kind Of Sad adds another layer to that dynamic. Their presence enhances the focus, bringing a subtle contrast that deepens the emotional landscape without disrupting its intimacy. Together, they create a dialogue that feels reflective rather than resolved.

Here, Nicole Issa captures the feeling of being suspended in uncertainty and holding onto something beautiful, even as you begin to question whether it was ever truly yours to keep.