The new project from Australian producer, singer-songwriter Reija Lee, Any Girl's emotive and fierce sound will appeal to fans of MAY-A, George Alice, and Kita Alexander.
After releasing two previous singles in 2023, the latest Any Girl song is 'Too Far Gone', a track about unabashed crushes and all-consuming love.
The song was produced by Jesse Pattinson (The Delta Riggs), mixed by ShockOne and mastered by Simon Struthers (Something For Kate, Karnivool, Psychedelic Porn Crumpets).
"'Too Far Gone' is a love song in the purest sense – no fear, no boundaries, just jumping in head first and dealing with the consequences later, haha!" says Reija.
"When I wrote this song I was in a really good place (which is often the hardest place for me to write from), so I decided to backtrack a little to when I first got together with my partner.
"We had a really tumultuous start to our relationship and due to a lot of external factors and terrible timing, he was kind of scared to fully commit or admit that it was an official 'relationship' – you know the drill.
"I just thought about how head over heels I was in the beginning of our relationship, even though we had so many external things going against us – for some reason I had no fear and decided 'I'm in this 100 per cent – if I get my heart broken then so be it, I'll survive – but I'd rather submit to love at its fullest extent and see what happens.'
"I trusted my gut, and it must've been right, 'cause it's now six years later and we are still together!"
As Reija Lee, her breakout single 'Sweet Talk' went #1 on US Dance iTunes, synced with Victoria's Secret and signed to Diplo's Mad Decent record label. Any Girl has also featured on EDM tracks from Zeds Dead, ShockOne, Paces and Metrik, as well as being sampled T.I, OutKast's Big Boi and Trinidad James.
Here, Any Girl shares her ultimate playlist of '80s-'90s love songs.
The Cure - 'Mint Car'
My absolute #1 song by The Cure. It's my instant happy song and it perfectly sums up the feeling of being head over heels in love. Listen to it with the windows down on the way to a picnic in the sun with your favourite person. <3
Pulp - 'Common People'
An absolute '90s Britpop classic. It tells a tongue-in-cheek story of class-crossed lovers that always makes me giggle. If you're feeling frustrated with the courting of an upperclass lady, this one's for you. :P
The Cardigans - 'Lovefool'
"I can't care 'bout anything but you.' We've all been there. Pure obsession and that overwhelming feeling of wanting to be loved back – even if it's pretend. :’(
Air - 'Sexy Boy'
Just an absolute classic from the kings of French electronica. Dedicated to my boyfriend.
Jane's Addiction - 'Been Caught Stealing'
This song is dedicated to my guitarist – on his first date with his ex they broke into a theme park in the middle of the night and jumped on trampolines. What's fresh love without a bit of mischief? ;)
Kate Ceberano - 'Pash'
No one says 'pash' anymore. Can we bring it back?!
Spin Doctors - 'Two Princes'
I was obsessed with this song as a kid, but only ever knew the line 'If you want to buy me flowers, then go ahead now'. . . the rest of it I just sing in gibberish. Whether you know the words or not, this one serves happy lover vibes. <3
Shanks & Bigfoot - 'Sweet Like Chocolate'
An absolute underground classic from the '90s. Because love is sweet, like chocolate!
LEN - 'Steal My Sunshine'
Thank the lord for one-hit wonders. Another one for summer lovers. <3
Sweet Female Attitude - 'Flowers'
"I'll bring you flowers in the pouring rain, living without you is driving me insaaaane!" Pretty self-explanatory really. :P
Savage Garden - 'Truly Madly Deeply'
Couldn't make a playlist of '90s love songs without throwing in some Savage Garden. Grab your lover and try to sing the words together as fast as you can without getting tongue twisted. Or just mumble gibberish until you get to 'chica cherry cola'.
Crazytown - 'Butterfly'
Y2K is back, right? Lock the door and do what you will with this one.
Daft Punk - 'Digital Love'
Ever had a dream about your crush? This one's for you. Just wait for the drop – it's totally worth it.
Supergrass - 'Pumping On Your Stereo'
When I was a kid I used to think they were saying *something else* on your stereo! ;)
N-Trance - 'Set You Free'
For when you and your lover get home from the club, but you're not ready to call it yet. Turn the lights off, put the video clip on the TV, and see what happens.
