Allegra

Allegra is stepping back into her power with “Red” - a bold new single that burns with self-discovery and quiet defiance. 

Yet it’s more than a prelude to her forthcoming, mature EP arriving November 6th: it’s a shameless celebration of shedding old skins, of learning to stand tall in your own light, vulnerability and growing pains entwined.

We caught up with Allegra to unravel the art of putting happiness first, the beauty in being unapologetically yourself, and how she’s turned that courage into song.

“Red” marks an exciting new chapter in your artistic journey. Was there a particular moment or emotion that inspired the creation of the song?

“Red” came from reclaiming my confidence. I wrote it at a point where I was tired of shrinking myself for people or situations that didn’t deserve me. The song became a symbol of self-assurance, it’s playful, powerful, and rooted in the idea of owning your space. There’s defiance in lines like ‘I’ll break your heart by the morning, oops baby I’m not sorry. it's about putting your happiness first and not apologising for it. That emotion, standing tall in your own story is what breathed life into “Red"

The track is hypnotic - striking a perfect balance between club-ready energy and emotional vulnerability. Can you share how the sound developed during the studio sessions?

In the studio, I wanted the production to feel like confidence set to rhythm. The beat moves with intention. Layering those dynamic synths and crisp percussion made it feel like a song that walks into a room before you do. But underneath that energy, there’s still emotion, moments of vulnerability and intimacy that remind you that confidence doesn’t mean being untouchable; it’s about being comfortable in your complexity.

This single introduces your second EP to the world. What story are you hoping to tell across these five tracks, and is there a narrative thread that ties them together?

This EP is about strength and confidence, real, grounded strength that comes from knowing who you are. It’s about setting boundaries, letting go of guilt, and learning to choose yourself again. Not taking anyone's bullsh*t. Across the five tracks, the story moves to boldness, from wanting to be understood to not needing approval at all. It’s a journey through chaos and clarity, with “Red” lighting the fuse.

Compared to your debut EP, Unsent Love Letters Vol. 1 - which felt like a deeply personal diary entry - how did the creative process for Red differ? Did you feel more liberated to explore a mature direction both lyrically and emotionally?

Unsent Love Letters Vol. 1 was vulnerable; it was about healing, heartbreak, and reflection. Red is a turning point; it’s lighter, braver, and louder. This time around, I stopped questioning whether vulnerability would be “too much” and let it exist alongside empowerment. The creative process felt fearless because I wasn’t writing from pain I was writing from power.

You’ve been immersed in the pop music world from a young age and are now preparing to release your most refined body of work yet. What advice would you offer to young women just beginning their journey in the industry?

Don’t wait to be invited into space, create your own. The industry can make you second-guess your instincts, but confidence isn’t arrogance; it’s self-trust. Protect your vision, surround yourself with people who uplift it, and never apologise for ambition. The more you believe in your own voice, the more others will too.

What specific shifts or decisions do you feel have contributed to the evolution of your sound?

The biggest shift came from permitting myself to have fun again. I started trusting my ear, experimenting more with rhythm, and writing lyrics that felt fearless. Sonically, I leaned into energy that felt alive and songs that would make me want to move, not second-guess. That sense of playfulness and power is what defines this new chapter.

Your music often blends vulnerability with a powerful sense of empowerment. How do you personally define empowerment, and how do you hope Red helps listeners tap into that feeling?

Empowerment, to me, isn’t about always being the loudest in the room; it’s about being unshakable in your truth. Red reflects that balance, confidence with emotion, power with softness. It’s about being the kind of strong that comes from self-acceptance, not armour. I want listeners to feel bold enough to take up space and fall in love with themselves in the process.

How do the visuals accompanying Red reflect its core message?

The visuals show the emotions of each track. Allowing my fans to understand the tracks through a deeper level. They are strong with confident movement. The imagery for Red shows control and danger in the best way possible; it’s a metaphor for moving forward without fear. Everything about the visuals says: I’m steering my story now, and I’m not slowing down for anyone.

If you could sum up this new era in one sentence, what would it represent to you?

This new era is about self-love, setting boundaries, and turning confidence into art because being unafraid of your own power is the most rebellious thing you can do.

Listen to "Red" here: https://open.spotify.com/track/5Lh2NqNadFlxOVK637V5dd?si=c9b7ec8055d34574