Estella Dawn Turns Breakup Chaos into Catharsis on “Reckless”

Meet Estella Dawn — the bold new voice in pop who is rewriting what it means to make heartbreak anthems. The New Zealand-born, San Diego-based singer-songwriter, producer, and multi-instrumentalist has already racked up over 7 million streams this year, and with “Reckless” she proves once again why she’s one to watch.

“Reckless” is a pop-rock gut punch, fusing searing honesty with Estella’s signature powerhouse vocals. It’s a song about the messy middle of a breakup — the part where hurt and anger bleed together, where you can see both sides clearly but still can’t stay.

Over driving percussion and a smoldering arrangement, Estella sings with brutal candor:

“Yes I abandoned you at your darkest hour / But you drove reckless with me in the front seat of your car.”

The lyric cuts like a knife, refusing to paint anyone as the villain. Instead, Estella gives us something far more nuanced: the recognition that two people can hurt each other and still walk away knowing it was the only choice.

“Reckless” is equal parts confessional and cathartic — the kind of song you scream-sing alone in your car with tears on your face, only to feel lighter by the final chorus. Fans of Fletcher, Bishop Briggs, and Charlotte Cardin will find a new favorite in Estella Dawn’s fearless, self-produced artistry.