About ‘Why do you hurt me babe?’
Written, sung, and recorded in her own home studio, ‘Why do you hurt me babe?’ is an honest, melodic, and emotionally charged track blending pop with hints of neo-soul and R&B.
The song explores themes of jealousy, insecurity, and losing oneself to the male gaze. For Eva, creating music that feels genuine and immediate is essential: “For me, it’s about making music that’s both relatable and authentic, and that’s exactly what ‘Why do you hurt me babe?’ is,” the debuting artist shares.
‘Why do you hurt me babe?’ is about the weight of jealousy and insecurity, born from the need to be seen through someone else’s eyes. It’s about the male gaze as a mirror, a reflection that distorts more than it reveals, leaving you desperate to fit the shape of his thoughts. It’s not his actions that haunt you, but the endless guessing game of his perception — what he thinks, what he wants, and what it means for your own identity. It’s the obsession of wanting to be enough, only to feel like you’re disappearing in the process.
About Eva Rystok
Eva Rystok has been singing and writing music since childhood, drawing inspiration from legends like Amy Winehouse and Sade. In her early 20s, she began creating music with her boyfriend, Simon Rediin, blending her songwriting talent with his sharp musical ear. With her debut single, Eva Rystok now steps into the spotlight, fully embracing her unique voice and artistic vision.
The single is released in collaboration with UpMix Music.
