An Empowering Anthem of Self-Love and Connection
Reviewed by Veronika van der Walt
Sri Lankan–Australian R&B/Soul artist Senani makes a luminous return with her new single Love Me (only if you love yourself) — a soulful, introspective track that radiates warmth and emotional honesty. It’s the first glimpse of her forthcoming album Music of the Mirror, set for release in late 2025, and it already feels like something special.
Built around a silky electric-piano groove and subtle Moog-style synth textures, Love Meimmediately creates a lush, dreamlike atmosphere. The bassline glides with quiet confidence, while a gentle funk rhythm keeps the song grounded and organic. Every layer feels intentional — from the crisp percussion to the soft reverb that allows Senani’s vocals to breathe.
Vocally, Senani is nothing short of captivating. Her voice moves effortlessly between velvety lower tones and soaring melodic phrases, carrying both tenderness and quiet power. There’s a spiritual depth in her delivery — a sense that she’s not just performing the song, but living its message.
Lyrically, Love Me (only if you love yourself) is a mantra of self-respect, awareness, and emotional balance. The central line — “love me only if you love yourself” — feels less like a boundary and more like an invitation: a reminder that genuine connection begins within.
Senani’s ability to merge retro soul influences (think Motown, Sade, and Erykah Badu) with a modern, neo-soul sensibility is what makes her sound timeless yet fresh. It’s polished without losing its intimacy — spiritual without being abstract.
The music video compliments the track perfectly – it’s sexy and sensual. She’s in an elegant red evening dress with her boyfriend, surrounded by candles. It makes you want to slow dance with your partner.
Following the success of her global hit Free (which topped Sri Lanka’s Yes FM charts and made waves in the UK), Love Me shows an artist still evolving — more confident, more centred, and more in tune with her message than ever before.
Good job, Senani! More than just a love song, Love Me (only if you love yourself) is a mirror for the soul — a reminder that to truly love another, we must first find peace within ourselves.
Listen ‘Love Me (only if you love yourself)’ here:
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/album/163EpfVr2vf9bSnx1c4qhA?si=E6c2yLieTPG7XnlgaY5SFQ
Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/albums/B0FT44FLMQ?marketplaceId=A15PK738MTQHSO&musicTerritory=AU&ref=dm_sh_nLFKUWDMuekc407FBzGgducLq
Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/album/love-me-only-if-you-love-yourself-special-version-single/1843246885
Follow Senani here:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/senanimusic/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/senanimusic
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/senanimusic
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/0SQ6QiDYmr488pBbS5sP9M
Website: https://senani.com