Los Angeles-based singer-songwriter Lisa Crawley has a gift for making personal challenges universally relatable. Her most recent single, “What You Can Do,” is an empowering indie-pop anthem for anyone who’s ever questioned their sense of self outside of their job. However, with the release of the song’s official music video, Crawley brings her message to life with striking visuals and a healthy dose of retro charm.
A first preview of her upcoming EP, “New Girl Syndrome,” scheduled for an April 2025 release, the video shuffles its visuals between the present and the past, the aesthetic doubling down on everything the track covers. Working with producer John Spiker, Crawley created a familiar and fresh piano-led track.
“What You Can Do” is a meditation on self-worth independent of productivity. In a world that constantly wants more, Crawley describes herself as being called a “workaholic” and recognizes the fear associated with stepping away from the grind. But with this song, she questions the idea that our worth is linked to our output.
The music video depicts this internal struggle visually. Crawley’s signature charm and vulnerability shine as she tacks through scenes reflecting that push and pull between ambition and self-discovery. There’s an understated power in how she shares her resolute yet intensely reflective message. “What You Can Do” is a welcome reminder for those who feel the pressure to do instead of just constantly saying no, and that doesn’t mean you’re failing. Exploring various sides of yourself isn’t selfish.
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