Charlotte Sands presented the release of her upcoming album ‘Satellite’ with the single ‘one eye open’. It’s alternative commercial pop, yet the track reflects Charlotte’s signature style, a mix of energy, emotion, and lyricism. The storyline is built around the conflict of life stances and the difficulty of making choices. The heroine has to decide between her own survival or love, between an abuser or freedom. The recurring lines sound like a mantra of liberation.

The arrangement is rich in sonic contrasts. The energetic altsynth sound and driving beat in the verses sharply shift to raw, emotional vocals in the choruses. Yet Charlotte Sands stays true to her style, skillfully maintaining the golden balance between confession and mystery. ‘one eye open’ carries echoes of dramatic Evanescence or even the darker tracks of Maisie Peters.

However, the singer herself insists she isn’t chasing current trends, but rather sharing a deeply personal story and emotions. The song set a high bar for the future album. Fans are holding their breath, waiting for the release planned for March 2026. And while we wait for spring, we can enjoy the heartfelt track ‘one eye open’.