NESS NÖST NEW SINGLE: MAID 4 U


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

Art Direction & Photography Melissa Broersma