Avery Lynch Sets Boundaries with latest single "the boys who don’t know what they want”
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Some songs simply entertain, while others hold up a mirror to reality, offering listeners a chance to reflect on their own experiences. Rising singer-songwriter Avery Lynch does just that with her latest single, "the boys who don’t know what they want," a well crafted and emotionally vulnerable song that speaks to setting boundaries and the all-too-familiar frustration of dealing with indecisive partners.
Avery Lynch delivers a raw, emotionally charged narrative wrapped in minimalist production. Her latest track is no exception. With delicate piano melodies and soft, wistful vocals, she crafts a space where honesty and emotional maturity take center stage by setting clear boundaries.
“The title of the song really says it all,” Lynch explains. “I wrote this song about those ‘almost’ relationships that I’ve been in myself and have observed around me—people will act the part of someone in a relationship while not wanting one, or they’ll want a relationship and not act on it.” In other words, "the boys who don’t know what they want" is a song for those who have found themselves caught in the gray area of dating, where mixed signals and emotional immaturity run rampant.
It’s not just about heartbreak or longing; it’s about recognizing the patterns of emotionally unavailable individuals and refusing to settle for them. “This doesn’t feel specifically sad to me” she notes. “It feels more matter-of-fact. It’s just something I’ve observed that we’ve all experienced and don’t want to experience anymore.” That sense of quiet strength and resolve is what sets this song apart—it’s not just an emotional release, it’s a lesson in setting boundaries.
In "The Boys Who Don’t Know What They Want," she gives voice to the frustration but also offers hope that self-awareness and growth are possible. While the song will undoubtedly resonate with those who have been on the receiving end of uncertainty, it also serves as a nudge for those who struggle with commitment to reflect on their own behavior.
A Pennsylvania native now based in Los Angeles, Lynch has been honing her craft since childhood, composing piano pieces from an early age, to growing into the singer-songwriter she is today and constantly evolving. With "the boys who don’t know what they want," Avery Lynch doesn’t just sing about love and loss—she sparks a much-needed conversation about maturity and self-respect. As her career continues to rise, she remains an artist to watch, one who isn’t afraid to bare her feelings while encouraging others to do the same.
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