A Confessional Anthem of Heartbreak, Healing, and Honesty
Mike Rari is pulling back the curtain with his highly anticipated new single Love ‘n Lies, out August 15. The track is a raw confessional — an intimate late-night anthem that digs into the depths of love, betrayal, and emotional exhaustion. For Rari, this release marks a powerful turning point in both his artistry and his life.
The Inspiration: A Song Born From Heartache
When asked about what inspired Love ‘n Lies, Rari doesn’t hesitate to call it therapy. “I wanted to peel back the layers of love, betrayal, and emotional exhaustion,” he shares. “This song is intimate, vulnerable, and honest — it serves as a kind of late-night anthem born from heartbreak and healing.” By the time he heard the final master, Rari says he felt “a breath of fresh air.”
The Process: Returning to Authenticity
For Rari, this single represents a shift back to making music for himself, free from the pressure of chasing popularity. “I realized I had gotten lost in my past works trying to conform to what listeners would want to hear,” he explains. Influenced by the philosophy of Rick Rubin, Rari set boundaries and embraced patience. A key figure in this creative rebirth is engineer Ryan Mellow, whose insight and ear have helped elevate each session. “The chemistry we’ve built is reflected in every song,” Rari says.
The Lyrics: A Conversation With Himself
Lyrically, Love ‘n Lies unfolds as both a dialogue with a partner and an internal reflection. One of the most meaningful moments for Rari is the final bridge before the last chorus, particularly the line “pushing me”. “It resembles a conversation I was having with my significant other as well as myself internally about the state of our love,” he explains. The track mirrors the progression of emotions that ultimately led to closure and growth.
A Rawer Side of Mike Rari
Compared to his past work, Love ‘n Lies is Rari at his most unguarded. “This is a no-holds-barred song,” he says. “This is me sharing a story of mine with you. It’s coming back to step one and walking down a path that I remember with my guard down.” By embracing full honesty in his music, Rari hopes to connect with listeners in a deeper way.
What He Hopes Fans Feel
“Music is something you can make memories to,” Rari reflects. With Love ‘n Lies, he hopes listeners allow themselves to sit with heartbreak, reflect, and find grace. “It’s about staying too long, feeling too much, and trying to find peace in the wreckage,” he says. “I want them to experience that breath of fresh air, as I did.”
What’s Next for Mike Rari
While Love ‘n Lies isn’t part of a full project just yet, it sets the stage for a new era of singles. “There will be time for a project,” he says, “but for now I want every song to have its moment.” Fans can expect more intimate, story-driven tracks in the near future.
Love ‘n Lies will be available everywhere on August 15. Until then, listeners can explore Mike Rari’s catalog across all socials and follow along as he continues to evolve as an artist.
