Rising Pop Darling Bella Rios Shares Acoustic Video Of "In The Dark"

“Rios’ sincere yet cutting lyrics tackle the ups and downs of love and the mental anguish that goes along with it…If Sincerely, is a harbinger of what’s to come, then Rios can start thinking about leaving the Ivy League behind” – SPIN

“Raw, undeniable energy…authentic lyricism leading the charge.” – mxdwn

“Bella has such a stunning voice, and it’s amplified here to the most beautiful degree. We felt every word she sang.” – The Honey Pop

Rising pop darling Bella Rios has released an acoustic version of “In The Dark” from her debut EP Sincerely, PRESS HERE to listen. The new track comes alongside a beautiful music video that sees Bella belt out the lyrics she makes sense of her emotions on the moody track. PRESS HERE to watch.

“‘In The Dark’ has always been one of my favorite songs of mine, especially to perform acoustically. The cyclical, syncopated guitar, flow of the melodies, rhythmic lyrical cadence just feels easy, good. There’s something so comforting about those elements of this song that I feel especially free to adlib and just have fun channeling the emotion behind it. I think, or at least I hope, you can hear and feel that in my performance of the acoustic version,” says Bella.

Mental health is a subject that is woven into the fabric of many of the songs on Sincerely,, and on “In The Dark” Bella faces her mental health head on. It’s an angsty track about counting her worries as she struggles to fall asleep at night. This new acoustic version trades the original track’s anger for a more soothing production bringing Bella’s earnest lyrics to the forefront.

The new track comes after the release of “Walking in the Rain (Acoustic),” a dynamic ballad about the power of music and its ability to keep us going when we feel stuck, and “Ever After (Acoustic)”, a cheeky break up anthem that is now a symbol of Bella’s confidence in herself.

Released earlier this summer, Sincerely, finds Bella coming into her own as a young woman. Written over the last couple years, the EP is an authentic collection of songs that sees Bella wrestle with the euphoria of love, crushing lows of heartbreak, and the vertigo-inducing peaks and valleys of mental health. From pop-punk inspired anthems to heart wrenching ballads, the tracks on Sincerely, are exceedingly fun to sing along with and are testament to Bella’s growth as both an artist and a woman.

From the vibrant city of Chicago and now based in the musical crucible of Nashville, Bella’s journey began at the tender age of five when she first began learning classical piano. Influenced by musical greats like Queen, Fleetwood Mac, and Aerosmith, as well as contemporary icons such as Adele, P!nk, and Lady Gaga, Bella sets herself apart with her dynamic vocal performances and powerfully connective songwriting. Currently a senior at Princeton University studying Economics, Bella vibe checks her songs with friends—if they love them or are moved by them, she knows she’s onto something. With her debut EP under her belt, Bella Rios is an unstoppable force. More new music new to come!