“22” captures that whirlwind moment in life when you are old enough to make your own choices yet still young enough to wonder if you are doing anything right at all. Meau sings from the heart of a 22-year-old who juggles chaos, fragile confidence, and restless curiosity. She admits feeling overwhelmed, stumbling into love too quickly, and sometimes decorating her life with drama because — let’s be honest — without a bit of mess it can feel boring. Through candid confessions, she looks herself straight in the eye, determined to be honest even if it means exposing every insecurity.
At its core the song is a hopeful pep-talk to the self. Meau turns pain into inspiration, learns from her mistakes, and clings to the belief that everyone will eventually reach something better. Surrounded by the vast “stars and universe,” she realizes how small we all are, which makes every stumble feel a little less scary. “22” is the soundtrack for anyone navigating that awkward bridge between carefree youth and adult responsibility — messy, heartfelt, and irresistibly relatable.