Lauv expands his creative world with “Meant It,” a collaborative release with Los Angeles-based alt-pop band LANY. It’s the first time the two artists have worked together, and the song is a reminder of the excitement that comes with new collaborations. LANY teased the collaboration on social media, and fans were already buzzing with excitement long before its release, building anticipation for what the two acts could create together. This release is a natural extension of Lauv’s ever-evolving artistic direction, another side of his growing catalog.
But beyond the collaboration itself, “Meant It” plays an important role in the story of Lauv’s upcoming debut album, “How I’m Feeling,” due out in March 2020. The song was written by Michael Pollack, Michael Matosic, Jordan Palmer, John Hill, Paul Klein, and Lauv and is part of a project on the idea of accepting all parts of human personality. Lauv has described the album as a journey of identity, inspired by his own questions of who he really is. He developed six distinct characters, each representing different emotional states, because people are rarely defined by a single emotion or a single version of themselves.
That thoughtful, creative vision pays off on “Meant It” too, offering listeners more than just a simple collaboration. It’s the perfect moment for the coming together of two respected pop acts, while also contributing to a much broader artistic narrative. With excitement building for "How I'm Feeling," the track is yet another reminder that Lauv is committed to creating music that is honest, helpless, and emotionally complex. With LANY's participation, “Meant It” becomes an exciting milestone that celebrates collaboration while reinforcing the personal themes shaping Lauv’s long-awaited debut album.
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