The single, “The One That Got Away” by MINA, showcases her raw and emotional storytelling abilities, drawing listeners in with its relatable themes and powerful vocals. The classic-sounding melody and instrumentation combined with MINA’s emotive delivery creates a sense of nostalgia and longing, perfectly capturing the feelings of heartbreak and moving on. There’s an aching sensation to her vocal performance, a sense of painful remembrance towards the relationship and significant other where everything seemed perfect. But, due to circumstance of action, something broke that apart. When you find yourself in the throes of despair over that special someone, MINA’s “The One That Got Away” will have you processing it all through pain and strife alike.
MINA’s lyrics are powerful and relatable, providing a message of hope and resilience to those who may be going through a similar experience. With its message of healing and letting go, “The One That Got Away” is a song that will resonate with many listeners and leave them feeling understood and uplifted.