Re Mattei challenges a modern-day lothario in new single “Try To Break My Heart”

RE MATTEI CHALLENGES A MODERN-DAY LOTHARIO IN NEW SINGLE, “TRY TO BREAK MY HEART,” FUSING GIRL-POWER SASS WITH A RETRO SOUND

NASHVILLE, TN - (November 20, 2023) - Nashville-based Country music artist Re Mattei has turned the tables on a modern-day Lothario by risking it all and challenging him with romance. Her natural sass, combined with a retro sound, culminates in a song full of fun and a hint of mischief with her new single. “Try to Break My Heart,”  penned by Re Mattei and Rick Beresford. 

Check out the new music on Spotify and Apple music platforms HERE.

It’s a game of cat and mouse, wrapped up in a teasing country lyric. He is a smooth-talking heartbreaker who will soon realize he has finally met his match. These two hearts have both been broken in the past, and now they’re faced with the challenge of taking a chance at love and letting down their guard, or seeing whose heart gets broken first. She’s ready to take a chance, as she flirtatiously dares him with the words, “Try to Break My Heart.” 

“I always try to portray the women in my songs as having a strong character,” revealed Re Mattei. “Even if they have lost at love, their experiences and emotions make them stronger rather than being the victim. In this project, the woman knows she is falling for a heartbreaker. She willingly is taking a chance on love with no fear, knowing in the end, maybe her heart will be broken, maybe not? It’s a fun, playful song with a throwback 80s pop feel.”

"Try To Break My Heart" weaves a narrative of resilience and defiance against the backdrop of a tumultuous relationship. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of emotional vulnerability, as the protagonist faces the poison of a tarnished reputation,” shared Todays Country Music - Jeffrey Curtis. “The song's evocative imagery and powerful vocals create an anthem of strength, inviting listeners to join in the defiance against love's trials and tribulations."

“Your reputation is poison
Yeah I’ve heard that a lot
I put my heart on the line
You let me fall then you break it off
You pull up in your pickup
With your pickup lines
You think I’ll be impressed
Well baby, maybe you’re right
 
I can’t take my eyes off you
One kiss and the fireworks start
Come on baby I dare you
Come a little closer
Try to break my heart…”

"Try To Break My Heart" was produced and engineered by Bart Pursley, with Mattei serving as co-producer. Pursley mixed the single at High Ridge Studio with mastering by True East Mastering. Session musicians on the project included Steve Peffer (keys, Hammond organ), Marshall Richardson (drums, percussion), Jason Roller (acoustic guitar), Jon Conley (electric guitar) and Victor Broden (bass guitar).

The sultry singer-songwriter recently promoted her Aug 4, 2023 single “Ya Got Two Wheels” (Single; Trendy Girl Records),  co- written with Michael Shepherd, on Hotdisc. The single made a Hotdisc Top 40 debut at No.24 and has rose to a No.12 peak (chart dated Nov 26, 2023).

When dropping this flirtatious country single the singer/songwriter's goal was to write a song about how life can be unexpected and lead you on an adventure you may have never anticipated, and anything in life can happen and is possible when you least expect it.

In this song, a girl is drinking coffee at Starbucks and by chance sees this guy on a Harley. It is love at first sight. She gets on the back, wraps her arms around him, and sees where the road takes her.

“Ya Got Two Wheels, I’ve got a tank top. Let’s go for a ride and see where the road stops.” In the last chorus, it says, “we know that we won’t stop,” because it was true love and that road goes on forever! "I am so excited to share with you my new single for the summer. It was my vision to create a song that would be uplifting, fun and have a positive message. Whether you ride a motorcycle or just want to hang out and float down a river with your besties, this song is for you," shared Re Mattei. "I hope it puts a smile on your face and a ride in your heart. Whether your are on 2 wheels, 4 wheeling, or on a pontoon boat, I hope this song helps your summer rock!"

The song is available for streaming and download at https://taplink.cc/yagottwowheels.

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About Re Mattei:

Re Mattei's sultry, soulful voice brings stories to life to satisfy music enthusiasts with a taste for contemporary country, steeped in tradition. She is a Berklee College of Music graduate, originally from Trenton, New Jersey, who earned her bachelor’s degree in guitar performance.

While living in Boston, she joined the all-female Top 40, seven-piece band, The Uptown Girls. This opportunity enabled Mattei to become a global performer at nightclubs and military bases in Japan, the Philippines, Singapore and Hawaii. Mattei moved to Music City to focus on her songwriting and solo career. She has performed at the Bluebird Café, Opryland Hotel and the Tennessee State Fair (WSM-AM stage), to name a few. Teaming with producer Bart Pursley, she recorded and released her debut single, “Country Love,” in 2014. Mattei is currently in the studio with producer Bartley Pursley, putting the finishing touches on her upcoming album Believin’ is Seein’. So, how would Re describe her musical style? “You take a real smooth Pinot Noir, mix it with a little dirt, add an ice cube, and stir it up real hard,” she says with a wicked smile.