Alaina May Takes Listeners on a Deep Dive into Late-Night Overthinking with New Single "Keeps Me Up"

Boston, MA (November 17, 2023) - Alaina May, the emerging Indie-Pop singer-songwriter, is set to captivate hearts and minds with her latest release, “Keeps Me Up.” The introspective track dropped on November 17, 2023, and promises to be an anthem for anyone who’s ever spent sleepless nights lost in the labyrinth of their own thoughts.

Alaina May’s music showcases her soulful vocals and evocative lyrics. Her music offers a distinctive glimpse into her individual struggles while also striking a chord with timeless themes like unfulfilled opportunities, unrequited feelings, and self-doubt.

The song’s journey began in September 2022, during Alaina’s sophomore year at Boston University. “Keeps Me Up” isn’t just about a specific person, but also the myriad of worries and anxieties that disrupt our peace, making it relatable to a broad audience. Alaina May poured her emotions into this track, crafting it from a voice memo on her phone and a messy page in her writing notebook. 

The song’s sound is best described as acoustic-centric, with clear and dreamy vocals. It’s a genuine singer-songwriter experience, with elements of “bedroom pop” perfect for late-night listening. The minimalist, ambient production allows the powerful lyrics to shine while adding ear candy through vocal drone synths, sparkly synth arpeggios, and harmonies layered over simple acoustic guitar and piano tracks.

Collaborating with longtime friend and producer Nate Blanck (known as “Philia”), Alaina May transformed her acoustic vision into a complete track. The result is a composition they both take pride in, a testament to their creative synergy and commitment to crafting meaningful music.

For fans of Alaina May and newcomers alike, “Keeps Me Up” marks the start of an exciting chapter in her musical journey. Hailing from Lake Country, Wisconsin, and currently a junior studying Business at Boston University, Alaina May’s heartfelt lyrics and melodies promise to resonate deeply with those who appreciate authentic storytelling in music.

When I close my eyes

To fall asleep at night

I try my best to clear my mind

But it never works

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In this dark and quiet room

I try not to thinking about you

And how you smell like her perfume 

But I can't help it 

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And oh

Why can't I let go

Of these restless thoughts in my head 

All those things I should've said

It keeps me up

It keeps me up

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Felt too good to be true

I miss when had nothing to lose

If I could run on back to you

I would every time

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But things don't always go

The way we want them to

So stay in the corner of my mind

Some things are better left behind

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And oh

Why can't I let go

Of these restless thoughts in my head

All those things I should've said

It keeps me up

It keeps me up

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When I close my eyes

To fall asleep at night

Alaina May is a twenty-year-old indie-pop singer-songwriter from just outside of Milwaukee, Wisconsin, but currently living in Boston, Massachusetts, studying at Boston University. She has been playing music since she was 6 years old, but really discovered a passion when she got her first guitar at 10 years old. In more recent years, Alaina has ventured into songwriting and playing gigs at local restaurants and events in her hometown of Oconomowoc. Her music is acoustic-centric, with relatable coming-of-age lyrics, and catchy melodies.  She recorded and released a 4-track EP, entitled “417,” in September of 2022 and is also featured on several other tracks. But it was until writing and recording her new single, “Keeps Me Up,” that Alaina felt like she found her sound as an artist and a songwriter. With a collection of new music and lyrics in the works, her journey is just getting started.