Introduced to the world ten years ago, Emeli Sand MBE has become an icon of British singer-songwriting; emotional, honest, and prolific in the kind of manner that cements you as a go-to artist for heartfelt pop sensibility. This latest pop record is reminiscent of 2012, when Emeli had her first breakout hit.

How Were We To Know is Emeli’s second independent album release through Chrysalis Records. There was a lot I wanted to say about myself, and I hope that through the lyrics people will get to understand me on a deeper level.

How Were We To Knows 11 tracks explore intimate encounters with love in all its forms, along with the risk required to pursue it. Once youve been hurt, it’s very hard to pick up the pieces again and allow yourself to be vulnerable, Sand says. So I think these songs explore the bravery of love, and loving others but also yourself. These songs were pieces of