Originally written as a song about a love that’s burnt out, Leonie Persch gradually discovered over time that it is much more; it’s about the things you’re forced to leave behind when you outgrow something you’re still fighting for, but know deep down it’s not worth it.
The lyrics mirror Persch’s own story, as she made the bold decision to leave her successful songwriting career in Berlin and move to Los Angeles, rebranding as the musician she had always dreamed of becoming. In return, she “traded the familiar and stable for the unknown, burning old maps to draw new ones,” Persch shares. “‘Code Blue’ captures the raw, aching moment when something beautiful stops breathing. Whether it’s love, a dream, or a version of yourself.”
It isn’t easy, however, as the lyrics point to attachment and desperation, in hopes that the slight pulse is enough to resuscitate. The melody is infused with a tender ache representing both an ending and a beginning. Her versatile vocals floating over the track with both vulnerability and strength are undeniably the center of attention. “Code Blue” holds listeners’ hands through the uncomfortable conclusions of the past.
Leonie Persch is an independent artist, songwriter, and entrepreneur who has had an abundant career in Berlin as a writer and vocalist in the European EDM scene under the stage names Bonny Lauren and EVIE. Her achievements led her to collaborate with major labels, publishing deals, and a sync deal with Disney US, with an accumulation of 70 million streams worldwide. Wanting to release music under her real name and reclaim her identity, she has moved to Los Angeles to pursue her fully artistic career.
Alongside her journey as a musician, Persch has founded Indie Table LA, a networking event organization for independent creatives in the music industry. Taking a pop approach, her songwriting tackles themes of solitude, independence, intrapersonal and interpersonal relationships, and finding her inner voice. She was recently nominated for three Hollywood Independent Music Awards: “Best Original Recording” for “Code Blue,” “Best Original Song” for “Blindfolded,” and “Best Female Vocal.”
About Leonie Persch
Leonie Persch is a German-born, Los Angeles-based independent artist, songwriter, and creative entrepreneur. After building a successful career in Berlin – collaborating with major labels, publishing deals, working with global producers, and a sync deal with Disney US – her songs have accumulated over 70 million streams worldwide.
In 2024, she launched her fully independent artist project with her debut single “Blindfolded,” marking the start of a new chapter defined by creative ownership. Her follow-up release “Code Blue,” deepens that vision, capturing the courage to let go of what no longer fits. Now based in LA on an artist visa, Leonie is not only self-releasing her music but also actively building a creative community, with a Hollywood Independent Music Award nomination recognizing this new era.
SOURCE: Official Bio
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