Built on funky basslines, crisp percussion, and layered synths, “The Moves” channels the rush of picking up every glance and wondering if they feel the same way. “Sometimes, the feeling of having a crush and dissecting every interaction to see if that person likes you back can be the most exhilarating part of a relationship,” says Lou Emery. “This song is about wanting to extend that moment as long as possible.”
The track builds with confident production and an undeniable hook: “You don’t gotta do a thing to catch my eye, but I think I’ll leave the moves on up to you this time.” Emery’s voice dances between playful and soulful, capturing a mood that’s both carefree and intoxicating. Written by Lou Emery, “The Moves” was produced by Alex Arnaout (Lisa Heller, Holden Miller), mixed by Kyle Henderson, mastered by 3x Latin Grammy-nominated Fili Filizzola, and features drums by Jack Dratch. Emery and Arnaout worked through several iterations of the song before landing on the final version that fully encapsulated its energy: “Alex and I were stoked when we finally were able to capture that fun, flirty excitement sonically.”
Lou Emery is a genre-bending pop-rock artist based in Los Angeles. Raised in a family of engineers in St. Joseph, Michigan, she was drawn to the stage early on, eventually studying at the University of Miami’s Frost School of Music. There, she honed her craft under mentors like Bee Gees drummer Steve Rucker and Emmy and Grammy-winning composer Carlos Rivera, developing both her songwriting and performance chops. Blending rhythmic grooves, powerhouse vocals, and emotionally rich storytelling, Emery creates songs that pull listeners out of their seats. Her sound draws inspiration from artists like Paramore, Sammy Rae & The Friends, and Olivia Rodrigo, delivering everything from gritty rock anthems to shimmering pop tracks. Lyrically, she explores young womanhood, relationships, escapism, and the moments we keep replaying in our minds. Her previous singles “Roots” and “Fools” were praised by outlets including Illustrate Magazine, Ratings Game Music, and Global Money World.
About Lou Emery
Lou Emery is a pop-rock powerhouse based in Los Angeles, CA. Driven by rhythmic grooves, big choruses, and powerful vocals, she crafts music meant to pull people out of their seats. Lou was raised in a big family that pushed her to constantly explore new places and experiences–an attitude that inspires the confident diversity of her songs. In line with the genre-bending of today’s top artists, her style brazenly explores the broad landscape of pop-rock, delivering everything from infectious, dance-worthy pop tracks to gritty, angst-filled rock anthems. She infuses this with passionate storytelling, exploring the complexities of life’s relationships, young womanhood, fun escapism, and the hidden vulnerability that goes along with it all. Drawing from influences like Sammy Rae & the Friends, Paramore, and Olivia Rodrigo, she creates songs that linger both in the mind and the heart.
Paving her way as a singer in a family of engineers, Lou went on to study music and songwriting at the University of Miami’s Frost School of Music, where she was pushed to develop all areas of her artistry. Surrounded by a community of talented peers and faculty, she collaborated with a range of musicians and studied under notable faculty, like Steve Rucker of the Bee Gees and Emmy-and Grammy-award-winning composer Carlos Rivera.
But more than anything else, Lou was born for the stage. She’s most known for her vibrant live performances, where her contagious charisma and undeniable musicianship turn shows into unforgettable experiences.
SOURCE: Official Bio
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https://www.louemery.com/
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https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCn36uvaTr36taCkZEVrZoyg
https://open.spotify.com/artist/4wKwOP3iCsPypuI4ikavQv