Xo Sad is the project of Sasha Sloan, whose voice carries a melancholic yet hopeful quality. Her song 'Hero (feat. unheard)' came out in 2018, with producer Jake Scott adding minimalist production. Sloan has been open about how her experiences with mental health and heartbreak shape her writing.
Some of Xo Sad's lyrics have been flagged as too graphic by certain platforms, which sparked conversations about artistic freedom. The music video for 'Hero' also drew attention for its raw depiction of mental illness, receiving both praise and criticism.
In 2019, 'Older' followed 'Hero' as another single. Both songs reached the top of alternative radio charts. Xo Sad's music tends to connect with listeners who find something cathartic in its emotional directness.
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