Pop singer-songwriter Siena Fantini continues to make significant strides with the release of her new EP, what is it with me? This four-song extended play captures her experiences at the pivotal age of 15. Through this record, Fantini explores the highs and lows of teenage love, alongside the intense emotions that come with saying goodbye to close friends. what is it with me? is now available for streaming and download across platforms worldwide.
All the heartfelt lyrics, catchy hooks, and memorable choruses of the four tracks are written entirely by Siena Fantini. To bring her EP to life, she recorded at Altamira Sound with an impressive team of industry professionals. Producer and bassist Sean Hurley (known for work with John Mayer and Lana Del Rey) contributed to the project, while Harrison Whitford (Phoebe Bridgers, Role Model) played guitar. Keyboard and piano layers were added by Taylor Mackall (Lizzy McAlpine, Marcus Mumford, Joni Mitchell), and drummer Kiel Feher (Selena Gomez, Lauv) provided rhythmic support. The project was polished by Grammy-winning engineer and mixer Darrell Thorp (Foo Fighters, Radiohead).
The lead single, “wanna know her name,” released in March, tells the story of teenage jealousy after discovering a picture of another girl on her ex-boyfriend’s Instagram. The song captures the tangled emotions of young love and how past feelings resurface unexpectedly. In May, Siena released her second single, “the loved,” featuring a piano-driven backdrop and her empowering vocals. This track explores the universal longing to be loved, showcasing Fantini’s storytelling skills and remarkable voice.
In July, as summer arrived, she dropped her third single, “poptart,” blending modern pop with airy piano arrangements. The song examines how our minds can become overwhelmed by emotions and how we sometimes stress over minor details. Her final unreleased single from the EP, “michigan,” transports listeners to carefree summer camp memories filled with joy and bittersweet goodbyes. The song reflects the exhilaration of friendship and the sadness of parting ways during a formative time. Fantini’s vulnerable and passionate voice, paired with gentle guitar strumming, brings “michigan” to life.
Fantini shares, “‘michigan’ is inspired by my experiences at Interlochen Arts Summer Camp, where I attended last year for songwriting. The program was incredibly formative—not only did it improve my musical skills, but it also taught me so much about friendship. The friends I made there quickly became some of my favorites, and I cherish every memory, support, and lesson they shared. I realized how much I missed them about five months after returning home, and that longing influenced the song.”
Born and raised in Los Angeles, Siena Fantini has always been immersed in music. “It’s always been part of who I am,” she recalls. With an early interest in musical theater, she began vocal training and piano lessons, eventually learning guitar and starting to write songs. Inspired by artists like Taylor Swift, Lizzy McAlpine, Gracie Abrams, and Role Model, she discovered she could craft her own stories through songwriting based on her experiences. Her music explores themes of nostalgia, growing pains, insecurities, and teenage love’s challenges. Fantini has been featured in outlets such as Live Nation’s Ones To Watch, Authority Magazine, and She Makes Pop Music.
what is it with me? encourages listeners to reflect—whether by reminiscing about their teenage years or imagining the ones still to come. Siena explains, “This collection feels very meaningful because it marks a major chapter of my life. It’s amazing to look back on these songs now—they’re raw and honest reflections of me at fifteen.” These four tracks represent the beginning of what promises to be a long and impactful music career. Her debut showcases a dedicated artist with deep empathy, authenticity, and a commitment to emotional truth.
Directed by Dawson Fuss and filmed on the beach in Malibu, “michigan” is a nostalgic track about the carefree joy experienced at summer camp and the timeless memories created with old friends.
“‘michigan’ is about my time at Interlochen Arts Summer Camp, where I went for songwriting last year. The program was more than formative for me, because not only was it very enlightening in the musical aspect, but it taught me so much about friendship. These kids had so quickly become some of my favorite people, and I wish I could thank them every single day for the memories and support, loyalty, and maturity they displayed constantly.” – Siena Fantini
Follow Siena Fantini on Instagram and TikTok @sienafantini for updates on her journey. Stream what is it with me? on all digital platforms and stay tuned for what’s next from this rising star in pop music.
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