Sorrycarlee, also known as Carlee Chappell, turns her music into an open diary, capturing moments of heartbreak and self-discovery. Her songs are raw, confessional, and at the same time, an uplifting take on girl pop, offering listeners a cathartic escape. The only thing she regrets? Not starting sooner.

Now, the singer presents her new single, “Notch”. If the opening lines of the song seem unexpected or even strange, that’s because they’re not a metaphor – they’re a direct quote. Carlee wrote this song at just 18 after a guy she was dating told her she was “just an object”, “like a hairbrush or a refrigerator.” Such an absurd statement demanded a response – and she delivered it in the way she knows best: by creating a sweet-sounding yet sharply biting anthem that explores frustration, self-respect, and the power of owning who you are.

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