Orla Gartland says 'You're Not Special, Babe' on new single

The fifth single from Woman on the Internet, Orla Gartland's upcoming debut album, dropped today. 'You're Not Special, Babe' is promised to be the final single before her album release in August. The song matches Garland's signature candid lyrics, with a pulsing synth beat. Its deceptively standoffish title is intended to be revelationary in its acceptance of the universal nature of struggle.

“Growing up is weird and my twenties feel like chaos. ‘You’re Not Special, Babe’ is a coming-of-age song written to remind myself that everyone goes through all of it; good times, bad times, strange times, dizzying highs and extreme lows. The title sounds mean but it’s really meant to be a comforting message,” says Gartland.

“Lyrically this song set the tone for the rest of the album tracks to follow; no bullshit – just a messy scrapbook of honest, matter-of-fact thoughts," she continues. "Sonically ‘You’re Not Special, Babe’ has everything I love – ethereal synths, shimmery guitars, harmonies, tiny drums, and big drums. I cannot wait to play this song live.”

With the slow return of live music, Gartland has made tentative plans for an album tour at the end of 2021. This single follows the previous 2020 and 2021 releases ‘More Like You,’ ‘Pretending,’ ‘Zombie,’ and ‘Do You Mind.' Her steady musical development since her debut release in 2012 has both allowed Gartland to hone her skill as a guitarist and songwriter as well as grow her loyal fanbase.

The music video for 'You're Not Special, Babe' was also revealed today. It was co-directed by Gartland and her musician friend Greta Isaac.

Gartland's album Woman on the Internet is due for release on August 20. It is available for pre-order now.

Watch 'You're Not Special, Babe' below.