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| "Notes from a Wrist" | ||||
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| Single by D4vd | ||||
| from the EP The Lost Petals | ||||
| Released | August 18, 2023 | |||
| Length | 3:09 | |||
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| Songwriter | David Burke | |||
| Producer | Melone | |||
| D4vd singles chronology | ||||
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"Notes from a Wrist" is a single by American singer–songwriter D4vd, released on August 18, 2023. The song is included on D4vd's second extended play (EP), The Lost Petals.
Background
[edit]"Notes from a Wrist" is about D4vd's childhood friend who struggled with depression.[1] The song describes "the pain experienced in an unstable home."[1][2]
In an interview, D4vd described "Notes from a Wrist" as a turning point in his songwriting, where he shifted to telling stories from others' perspectives.[3]
The lyrics describe themes of emotional pain, self-harm imagery, and feelings of isolation, with the narrator questioning his fears and emotional responses despite achieving his desires.[2][4]
Music video
[edit]The music video for "Notes from a Wrist" was premiered the day before the song was released,[5] being directed by Erik Rojas.[1][2] The music video depicts D4vd reflecting on challenging moments in his life while contemplating a lost love.[1][4]
In an interview, D4vd explained that the video is a symbolic of "the walk of life," showing how people can be deeply focused on themselves while missing what's happening around them.[3] D4vd described scenes in the video where characters look at themselves as representing self-reflection, almost like "talking to yourself about yourself."[3]
References
[edit]- 1 2 3 4 Singh, Surej (August 18, 2023). "d4vd announces new EP, shares new single, 'Notes From A Wrist'". NME. Retrieved February 21, 2026.
- 1 2 3 Rincon, Alessandra (August 21, 2023). "d4vd Delivers the Heartbreaking "Notes From a Wrist" Ahead of 'The Lost Petals' EP". Ones to Watch. Retrieved February 20, 2026.
- 1 2 3 Sarca (September 21, 2023). "d4vd Interview: Music, Anime and Connecting the World". Anime Corner. Retrieved February 21, 2026.
- 1 2 Capone, Haven (September 24, 2023). "d4vd's Story Unravels in "Notes From A Wrist"". Glasse Factory. Retrieved February 20, 2026.
- ↑ d4vdVEVO (August 17, 2023). d4vd - Notes From A Wrist [Official Music Video]. Retrieved February 20, 2026 – via YouTube.
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