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NESS NÖST NEW SINGLE: MAID 4 U

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MAID 4 U

MAID 4 U" is an infectious pop tune by Canadian singer songwriter Ness Nost. The song resonates with anyone who’s experienced the ups and down down downs of workin’ joe-jobs while chasing bigger things. It tells the story of a woman hustling as a maid, a waitress and a bartender, struggling to become a full-time artist.

With her bold and commanding vocals combined with Nost’s clever storytelling, "MAID 4 U" delivers an upbeat anthem for anyone whose ever taken s*%# at work. This song is sending a message to women in the service industry, and in general, to stand up for themselves and be who they are. 

 

Ness Nost's unique blend of pop, singer-songwriter, jazz and storytelling is both unexpected and refreshing. Her music creates an emotional connection, making listeners feel seen and understood. "MAID 4 U" is the first single off Ness Nost's highly anticipated debut EP "Working Hours," with the single being released on September 24, 2023. "Working Hours"is a semi autobiographical EP serving up 5 hot tracks. The EP tracks the story of a woman in the service industry fighting off misogyny, battling self sabotage, and navigating the dark twists that continue to show up uninvited. 

Ness has been performing her original music across stages in North America solo and with a band for the past 6 years. She's recently done a summer mini tour in Ontario promoting her upcoming EP at venues including Ottawa's  Irene's Pub, and Toronto's Handlebar, and The Shangri-La. On the west coast Ness has recently played at the legendary Guilt & Company, Beaumont Studios, and The Heatley. Check her full performance history below. 

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CREDITS:
Written, performed and produced by Vanessa Nostbakken AKA Ness Nost (guitar, piano & vocals)

Guitar Solo: Teva McGillis (Vancouver)

Mixed by KP Audio's Kyle Peters (Toronto)

Mastered by Noah Mintz of Laquer Channel Mastering (Toronto)

Released Independently 

LYRICS

MAID 4 YOU

By NESS NÖST

 

Wake up early morning 6 am and get to work

Grab a bucket and a mop

Gotta scrub away their (rich) dirt

 

Ill be cleaning rooms

Pushing brooms

Then home to write my songs

Just waiting for my/a big break

Singin till the nightime comes

 

Caus my dreams are just a paycheck away

You say to get a real job, one that really pays

 

Now waiting tables in the evening

Makin tips alright

Who knew that serving food meant

You’re a therapist at night

 

Im taking orders

Filling cups

Then home to write my songs

Hoping for a big break

Singing till the morning comes

 

COVER ART

Caus my dreams are just a paycheck away

You say to get a real job, one that really pay

 

Well this  wasn’t made for you

I’m not a MAID for you

Even though you got advice,

for how I should live my life,

you may think that you’re being nice

 

Well this  wasn’t made for you

I’m not a MAID for you

Years go by, I quit my jobs

Now worki’n for myself

Who knew that goi’n freelance is a different kinda hell

No benefits, but the benfit is not  workin for the man

and the priceless cost of freedom pays more than any money can

 

Caus my dreams are just a paycheck away

You say to get a real job, one that really pay

 

Well this  wasn’t made for you

I’m not a MAID for you

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Art Direction & Photography Melissa Broersma

CONTACT

Vanessa Nostbakken

nessnostmusic@gmail.com

514-554-1008

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