Carina Marie new EP “Scribbles” brings together five songs she pulled straight from her heart and the result feels warm and surprisingly relaxed. It shows a clearer and more open version of her songwriting. She leans into soft pop production, powerful lyrics, and the kind of melodies that feel personal without being heavy.
It’s like a small window into her world and it’s full of little moments she turned into something bright. The whole project carries this mix of honesty and ease, like she didn’t overthink anything and just let the songs be what they needed to be.
The EP starts with “Nothing Really Matters” a catchy pop track that makes it instantly clear what Carina does well. The lyrics feel honest, her delivery sounds confident, and the melody sticks with you in no time. It’s a simple opener in the best way and it sets the tone for the rest of the record.
This one instantly stood out to us on first listen, “In My Head” switches things up a bit with an instrumental that stands out right away. Her voice feels rich here, and the melodic choices show how comfortable she is exploring different angles of her sound. The verses and the chorus work really nicely.
“One Night Only” is one of the most interesting tracks on the EP. The production is excellent and allows her vocals to lead the way. The humming, the claps, the layering, everything feels like it was added just to lift her voice higher. The melodies are catchy, the lyrics are memorable and the whole song feels alive.
With “The Outcome”, she leans into something softer and more emotional. The chorus here hits harder than expected, and the instrumentation gives the track a warm glow. It’s the kind of song that sounds gentle but still hits with weight.
The project closes with “All The Time In The World” a calm and beautiful ending. The instrumental is soft, the melodies are lovely, and her vocals sit right at the center. It’s like a letter to herself and you can hear the heart in it.
With this EP, Carina shows how strong her songwriting has become. Her melodies are beautiful without being dramatic and her voice has this soulful pop tone that really works. The production is clean and supportive, never distracting, and the whole EP feels intentional but still relaxed.
We really enjoyed this record. It’s warm and full of honest moments that come through in her lyrics and delivery. This EP doesn’t try to be perfect. It just feels real and that’s what makes it easy to connect with.
ABOUT THE ARTIST:
Carina Marie walks the line of where soul meets pop. Somewhere in between Sara Bareilles and Olivia Dean, she blends soulful vocals and rich harmonies with emotionally charged storytelling, creating music that feels both timeless and deeply personal. Before she ever put pen to paper as a songwriter, Carina found her voice on the stage, immersed in the world of musical theatre growing up in New York City.
She’s always been drawn to the way music could tell a story—not just through lyrics, but through melody, emotion, and performance, all of which now shape the way she writes and performs her own music. As she transitioned from the world of scripted stories to writing her own, Carina carried that theatrical influence with her and has been working on developing her sound ever since.
Her 2023 Debut EP, Becoming Whole, marked a pivotal moment in her journey, encapsulating the five stages of grief in both musical and emotional form. This project marked the beginning of her deep exploration into the power of storytelling through music. It was an introduction to her ability to merge personal experience with universal themes in a way that felt both authentic and relatable. With Becoming Whole, Carina started to refine her distinctive approach to songwriting, and has been using it as her fuel for her projects to follow.
Breaking into 2024 she continued to explore and refine her sound. Covering ground from heartfelt ballads to retro-infused bangers, Carina spent the year learning more about herself as an artist, one song at a time.
Carina is currently bringing her vision to life through a collection of new music in the form of a double EP that captures the duality of human emotion. Whether it’s the raw vulnerability of heartbreak or the liberating feeling of self-acceptance, her upcoming songs dive deeper into the push and pull of caring too much and not caring at all— creating a sonic space where listeners can feel seen, understood, and inspired.
At its core, Carina Marie’s music is about connection. With a voice that carries both warmth and wisdom, she offers the kind of perspective that feels like an older sibling guiding you through life’s highs and lows. She writes for those who are navigating heartbreak, finding their voice, and searching for meaning in the moments in between.
No matter where you are in your journey, Carina’s music is a place to find understanding, empowerment, and a melody that meets you exactly where you are. She believes in the power of storytelling to heal, uplift, and bring people together, and through her music, she invites listeners into a world where vulnerability is strength, and every note tells a story.
