Ratfink paints pride in pastels with stirring indie-folk anthem “Gay Song”

From the quiet heart of a Brunswick share house, Ratfink, a duo comprising Liv and Raph, delivers a radiant, raw, and necessary piece of musical storytelling with their latest single, “Gay Song.” Following the mellow dream-pop textures of “About Ya,” this second release from their upcoming album, "WHEN U WERE MINE", shifts gently into a more stripped-down, folk-driven realm while remaining rooted in their signature DIY sincerity.

At its core, “Gay Song” is a deeply personal coming-out story of one girl's emotional reflection on growing up gay in a conservative area. What elevates it is how delicately and truthfully Ratfink holds space for the pain, courage, and beauty of that journey. With tender vocals and minimalist arrangements, “Gay Song” whispers truths that resonate long after the final chord.

Liv’s voice, warm and quietly assured, carries the story like a letter you were never supposed to read but desperately needed to. There’s a brave softness in her delivery that captures the ache of isolation and the relief of self-discovery with remarkable emotional precision. The lyrics are unfiltered and straightforward, with no gloss, just honesty and that’s exactly what makes them so impactful.

Production-wise, “Gay Song” embraces the organic, raw aesthetic of indie folk while weaving in the ambient warmth of dream pop. Acoustic guitar leads the arrangement with humble confidence, while subtle textures bloom in the background, reminiscent of sunlight spilling through a dusty window. You can almost hear the room it was recorded in the creak of the floorboards, the intimacy of a moment not manufactured but lived.

What Ratfink does exceptionally well here is balance vulnerability with composure. “Gay Song” rises gradually and gracefully into something affirming. There’s no need for overproduction or theatrical flourishes the emotional weight of the story is enough, and Ratfink trusts it.

 “Gay Song,”  offers a gentle hand on the shoulder of anyone who has ever felt like an outsider in their hometown. It’s not an anthem in the traditional sense, but something more intimate: a mirror held up for those who need to see themselves reflected.

With “Gay Song,” Ratfink solidifies their talent for crafting emotionally resonant music that is both personal and quietly political. It represents a bold and beautiful step in their evolving sound and serves as a reminder that sometimes, the quietest songs carry the loudest truths.