Lucy Dacus, known for her deeply emotional songwriting, is set to release her most personal album yet. Forever Is a Feeling, due out March 28, marks a bold new chapter for the 29-year-old singer-songwriter, as she explores themes of love, desire, and romance with unprecedented openness.
Dacus has always worn her heart on her sleeve. Her 2016 debut, No Burden, tackled self-doubt with raw honesty, while 2018’s Historian delved into heartbreak and loss. Her 2021 album, Home Video, reflected on her formative years, examining faith and forbidden relationships.
Now, with Forever Is a Feeling, Dacus takes her vulnerability to new heights. The album’s Renaissance-style cover art hints at its timeless themes, and its lyrics are her most candid yet. For the first time, Dacus uses female pronouns in her songs, openly addressing her romantic feelings for her Boygenius bandmate Julien Baker.
“I was really moved in an instinctual way instead of a think-y way,” Dacus shared in an exclusive interview. “A lot of love is, dare I say, cerebral. But I just couldn’t fight what I was feeling on a deeper level. Even if it didn’t make sense, I had to see about it.”
While the openness didn’t always feel “comfortable,” Dacus said it reflects where she is in life right now. The album is a celebration of love in all its complexity, capturing the intensity of desire and the beauty of connection.
In addition to her solo work, Dacus has been busy with her supergroup Boygenius, alongside Phoebe Bridgers and Julien Baker. The trio has garnered critical acclaim for their harmonies and heartfelt lyrics. Dacus also teased a collaboration with Hozier, though details remain under wraps.
As for the future of Boygenius, Dacus remains optimistic. “We’re all doing our own thing right now, but the bond we share is unbreakable,” she said. “There’s definitely more to come.”
With Forever Is a Feeling, Lucy Dacus continues to solidify her place as one of indie music’s most introspective and fearless voices. The album is a testament to her growth as an artist and her willingness to embrace vulnerability, inviting listeners to connect with her on a deeper level.
