Ōtautahi-based artist Lee Martin unveils ‘I’d Change It All’, the third single from her upcoming fourth studio album, Marlene, set to drop on Friday 26 June.

The soulful singer-songwriter and guitarist delivers a moving new tune with her latest single ‘I’d Change It All’, a heartfelt contemplation on the emotionally unpredictable rollercoaster ride that stems from a turbulent relationship.

‘I’d Change It All’ captures the emotional exhaustion of a volatile relationship – the constant fighting, the disconnection, and the painful realisation that sometimes you no longer recognise the person standing in front of you. The song reflects on the internal battle between love and logic; the desire to go back and rewrite the damage, while still holding onto something that refuses to let go.

“At its core, the song is about loving someone even when it no longer makes sense”, says Martin. “Sometimes your heart chooses differently to your head, and no matter how much hurt there’s been, you still can’t imagine changing the story.”

In a striking emotional twist, the song closes with the line: “If I could go back to September, I’d change nothing at all.” What begins as a song filled with regret, transforms into an acceptance that love is rarely rational – and that even painful chapters can still hold meaning, growth, and deep connection.

The track is accompanied by a rollercoaster-relationship music video directed by Tricia Tawiri from Intuitive Flare, which visually depicts the push and pull nature of a passionate but tumultuous romance.‍

‘I’d Change It All’ follows on from previous track ‘5 Year Plan’, a raw song of resilience despite life’s disappointments, and gorgeous first single ‘Feel’, an ode offering an empathic and judgement free lens through which to view intense vulnerability and self-destructive behaviours.

South-African born Martin is a masterful story-teller and singer, celebrated for her expert narrative style and her signature smooth vocals. By blending soulful intensity with her folk-inspired lyricism, Martin has established herself as one of New Zealand’s more captivating musical talents.

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‘I’d Change It All’ is available on all major streaming platforms from today. Listen to it here.

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