"Stuck In The Middle" by Greentea Peng (Aria Wells) is a soulful R&B track released in June 2022 that explores the desire to escape everyday pressures. The Sound: A Powerhouse Collaboration
The visuals have been likened to "weird-beyond-weird" 1960s British experimental television dramas, such as The Prisoner .
Lyrically, the song serves as a piece of escapism, focusing on leaving behind "petty squabbles" and "relentless everyday pressures" that can leave one feeling lost. It acts as a soothing "balm for the soul," transporting listeners to a place of intimacy and clarity.
According to reports from The Line of Best Fit and Clash Magazine , the single was a key release leading up to her highly anticipated 2022 festival run, including appearances at Glastonbury and WOMAD .
Critics describe it as a "jazz bubbler" with "minimalistic boom-bap beats" and "delicate piano tones" that allow Peng’s velvety, sultry vocals to take center stage.
The track features production from two heavyweights of the UK music scene: and Swindle .
It was shot in Peng’s hometown of Hastings , a seaside town in England.