Gigi Perez – How To Catch A Falling Knife

Review

I still remember the first time I listened to "How To Catch A Falling Knife" - it was like being wrapped in a warm hug on a cold day. Gigi Perez's voice is gentle, yet powerful, as she takes you on a journey through the darkest moments of her life. The album is a reflection on loss and love, and how these two themes are intertwined in a delicate dance. I think that's what makes "How To Catch A Falling Knife" so relatable - it's an honest exploration of emotions that we've all experienced at some point.

The music on "How To Catch A Falling Knife" is understated, yet incredibly effective. Perez's use of imagery and metaphor adds a depth to the album that's hard to find in most music. I love how she associates love with the color hunter forest green - it's a small detail, but it speaks volumes about the way she sees the world. The overall sound is cohesive and introspective, inviting listeners to immerse themselves in the emotional landscape of the album. As I listened to "How To Catch A Falling Knife", I found myself reflecting on my own experiences with loss and love, and I think that's a testament to Perez's talent for crafting music that resonates with people on a deep level. - Alex

Artist Bio

Gigi Perez is an alternative singer-songwriter from New Jersey, raised in Royal Palm Beach, Florida, with Cuban-American heritage. She began releasing music after her track "Sometimes (Backwood)" blew up on social media, topping Spotify's U.S. Viral chart and racking up over 200 million streams. Blending alternative, indie, and pop influences, Gigi released her debut EP "How To Catch A Falling Knife" in 2023, and followed it with a self-produced album "At The Beach, In Every Life" in 2025 via Island Records. Her song "Sailor Song" brought her onto the Billboard Hot 100, and she has toured internationally, supporting acts like girl in red. Similar artists include Clairo, Phoebe Bridgers, and Soccer Mommy.