“Wish I Was Her” gets real about dating and jealousy. Seriously. Along with her past singles, it is a perfect example of Makena inspired by telling her stories of navigating the 21st century. It’s about a boy she caught feelings for but he liked someone else. She sings, “I thought you’d always want / Me to be there / But now she’s all you want … And I’m still here.”
Instead of shying away from her honest feelings, Makena gets real about her jealousy, wondering why she wasn’t the one he wanted. She questions in the song, “Baby why you choosing her / When can I be enough?”
“Wish I Was Her” is a must listen track. I know I instantly added this track to my “2021 Favorites” playlist. It’s a great song for fans of musicians like Taylor Swift, Fletcher, and Olivia O’Brien and especially for pop fans who may be struggling with relationships.