By: Fatima Privitt
Rachel Chinouriri released the single “Broken Chair” ahead of the release of her second album, I Think I Spoke Too Soon, on October 16, 2026. The song is accompanied by heartfelt lyrics about not belonging, becoming “the life of the party”, and the feeling of being perceived as “a broken chair on a street.” Yet, through finding internal confidence and a sense of community, Chinouriri suggests that it is possible to feel like you belong again.
Produced by Chinouriri and Aaron “APOB” O’Brien, the song is driven by electronic beats, synths, and drums. It feels alive and authentic, accompanied by lyrics that are both relatable and emotionally reassuring. There is a growing enthusiasm throughout the song as Chinouriri confronts feelings of insecurity and the struggle to accept oneself. That progression makes the song feel invigorating, particularly because it captures an experience many people have faced at significant moments in their lives.
As the song becomes increasingly upbeat, it feels almost like a reassurance to the listener: they are not broken, even when they feel unwanted or out of place. The lyric “you’ve got time to fix it all” reinforces this sense of hope that feeling misplaced is not permanent.