Ananya Returns With Haunting Indie-Pop Anthem ‘All That Glitters Isn’t Gold’

London-based Zimbabwean artist Ananya is back with her most introspective and emotionally charged release yet. Following the success of her singles ‘Emotions’ and ‘Happy’, and praise from MTV, Rolling Stone Africa, iHeartRadio, GQ South Africa, and Wonderland, she kicks off 2025 with ‘All That Glitters Isn’t Gold’—a raw reflection on illusion, disappointment, and self-worth.

A Slow-Burning Confessional

Layered with melancholic melodies, poetic lyricism, and ethereal production, the track is both delicate and powerful. Ananya’s voice moves between heartbreak and quiet strength, capturing the bittersweet moment of seeing things for what they really are.

What started as a stripped-back piano melody evolved into a richly textured sonic journey, mirroring the push and pull of realization. The song builds tension—only to crash into silence, a symbolic weight of unspoken truths.

“Some lessons hit harder than others,” Ananya shares. “This song lingers. It’s about looking back at something (or someone) you once thought was special, only to see the cracks. There’s frustration, disappointment—but also a quiet strength in choosing yourself. It builds and builds, almost like a confrontation waiting to happen, only to fall away—no dramatic finish, just the weight of reality settling in.”

A New Chapter Begins

Drawing inspiration from Lorde and Gracie Abrams, Ananya continues to carve her own space in indie-pop, blending fearless storytelling with sonic experimentation. With ‘All That Glitters Isn’t Gold’, she steps into a bolder, wiser era—one that embraces vulnerability without apology.

As she gears up for her second project, this single proves why Ananya is one to watch—an artist whose music lingers long after the final note fades.