Australian alt-pop/country artist Arabella Romi is getting raw and real with her new single, “Psychopath,” dropping on September 12, 2025. Produced by Emmy award-winner Trey Bruce, the emotionally honest track dives into the mental chaos of long-distance love, and showcases Arabella’s signature blend of vulnerability and strength. We caught up with Arabella to talk about the inspiration behind the song, working with Trey Bruce, and what’s next for this rising artist.
“Pscyhopath” is such a powerful title. What inspired the name and the song itself“Psychopath” is basically about that mental spiral you go through in a long-distance relationship. You want to trust the person, but when you’re not around them all the time, your brain starts making up stories. You overthink everything — where they are, who they’re with
— and suddenly you’re questioning if you’re being chill or just straight-up losing it. You feel kinda crazy… like, ‘Wait, am I actually a psychopath?’ Obviously you’re not, but it feels that intense. It’s messy and insecure and emotional — and that’s what the song’s about.”
The song dives into themes of overthinking and emotional vulnerability. How much of this track is drawn from your personal experiences?
Pretty much all of it is from real life. The guy I was seeing moved to Texas on a scholarship, and even though we never put a label on it, we had talked about being exclusive… There was definitely an understanding. And honestly, I think that made it even harder. Without a label, everything felt kind of undefined, and that left so much room for overthinking. I didn’t want to seem crazy, but my brain was doing the absolute most. That whole emotional spiral is exactly what inspired the song — it’s me being completely in my head and feeling super vulnerable.
You worked with Emmy award-winning producer Trey Bruce on this track. What was that collaboration like?
Working with Trey Bruce was honestly a dream come true, the whole experience. Recording in Nashville at The Sound Emporium, having some of the best musicians in the business on my tracks, and finally meeting Trey in person was incredible. He’s unbelievably talented and honestly one of the best people I’ve ever met. We clicked right away, and he’s become more of a mentor to me than just a producer. I’m so glad he’s part of this journey with me
Your music blends alt-pop with country storytelling. How did you find your sound?
I was writing pop songs with my previous producer, but it just wasn’t clicking. I didn’t really connect with the songs — my voice didn’t feel heard, and it didn’t feel authentic. Something was missing. Then, from the very first Zoom session with Trey Bruce, I just slipped into what I now call ‘my sound.’ It wasn’t a planned change or anything, it just kind of happened naturally. The creative process Trey and I developed allowed me to say exactly what I wanted to say, no filters. It’s so unapologetically authentic, and honestly, I’m obsessed with it.
You’ve mentioned that songwriting became a major outlet for you. How did that begin?
I had a really rough time in school. The mean girls.. Honestly, it felt like something out of a movie. I felt super alone and completely misunderstood. When songwriting came into my life, I could completely detach from everything that was going on and say exactly what I wanted about any situation. It became my way to really express myself and take control of my story.
Were you ever worried about being too honest in your music?
No, I wasn’t worried. My songs will definitely resonate with people who’ve been through similar experiences. They’re really unfiltered, and I think people appreciate that kind of honesty. I’m not tackling political or controversial topics, just raw,
no-sugarcoated emotions and experiences that I believe a lot of people will connect with. Some won’t, but that’s just how it goes. You can’t please everyone, and I’m totally okay with that.
You’ve also released other emotionally intense tracks like “Bitch On Call”. Do you see a theme in your recent work?
While ‘Bitch On Call’ hasn’t dropped yet, you can definitely expect the same unfiltered, sarcastic, raw, and honest lyricism. I do think there’s a running theme in my recent work — both ‘Psychopath’ and ‘Bitch On Call’ come from different experiences, but they share that witty, no-holds-barred vibe. It’s all about being real, sometimes messy, and unapologetically honest.
What’s the message you hope listeners take away from “Psychopath”?
I want people to know that it’s totally normal to feel all over the place—especially in situations like long-distance relationships where you don’t have control or constant reassurance. ‘Psychopath’ is about those moments when your mind starts running wild and you question yourself. The message is really about accepting those feelings, being honest with yourself, and knowing you’re not alone in that messiness. And honestly, what’s meant for you won’t pass you by—no matter the distance or doubts.
With your growing fanbase and recent collaborations, what’s next on the horizon?
There’s definitely another Nashville trip coming up, and of course, another Trey Bruce and Arabella Romi collab in the works. I’ve been lucky enough to be booked for festivals and other events, so you can expect to see a lot more of me out there. I’m really excited for what’s next — just keeping the momentum going and sharing more music with everyone.
Where can fans find “Psychopath” and follow your journey?
You can find ‘Psychopath’ on all streaming platforms—Spotify, Apple Music, basically wherever you listen to music. If you want to follow my journey and keep up with what I’m up to, head over to my Instagram @arabellaromiofficial. I love connecting with fans there!
