Australian pop artist Lenka has released “The Balance,” the final single from her upcoming album Good Days, featuring lyrics inspired by words submitted by her fans.
Australian singer-songwriter Lenka is giving fans a special role in her latest release. The artist has shared her new single, “The Balance,” from her upcoming album Good Days, released on May 29 through Skipalong Records.
“The Balance” stands out because Lenka invited her fans to help shape the song. She asked listeners to submit words that represented both positive and negative feelings. Those responses became the foundation for the song’s verses, creating a lyrical piece that explores the mix of light and dark moments that everyone experiences. A flute melody runs through the track, adding to the song’s warm, soulful sound. Along with the single, Lenka has also released a visualizer on YouTube.
Good Days blends pop with strong '60s soul influences while focusing on hope during difficult times. The 10-track album was recorded mostly live in the studio with only a small amount of editing and effects. That approach gives the songs a natural, lively feeling that reflects musicians performing together in the moment.
Lenka has built a successful career over the past 20 years with well-known songs including “The Show,” “Trouble Is A Friend,” and “Everything At Once.” Her music has appeared in films such as Moneyball, Easy A, and Angus, Thongs and Perfect Snogging. It has also been featured in campaigns for major brands including Microsoft, Coca-Cola, and Disney.
Her work has also reached television. A portion of “The Show” was performed during the Academy Awards in 2012, and “Everything's Okay” later became the theme song for the sitcom Splitting Up Together. After releasing her first two albums through Epic Records, Lenka became an independent artist and continued releasing music through her own Skipalong Records. She has also worked with artists including Lexie Liu, Darren Seltmann, and producer Dave Jenkins Jr.
With Good Days, Lenka continues to explore bright, soulful pop while encouraging listeners to find hope and balance during uncertain times. The album closes with “The Balance,” bringing its central theme together through a song created with the help of the fans who have supported her throughout her career.