Artist: Julie Belle
Hometown: Detroit, Michigan
Song: “The Only Way to Mend Is to Forgive”
Release Date: March 1, 2019
In Their Words: “‘The Only Way to Mend Is to Forgive’ is a really long title, and I’ve been particularly stubborn about abbreviating it because I believe so strongly in the message. I love that people are talking about heart-work and wholeness, and I think forgiveness is the most important part. And for sure the worst part. I’ve learned (the hard way) that pain only serves to keep me tethered to the thing that hurts me most, and forgiveness is the only way to get free. This song is really about the idea of exploring that freedom.” — Julie Belle
Photo credit: Julie Belle