‘Daisy’ by Zoe Unsworth review

Having previously released hits such as ‘Collide’ ‘Playin’ Your Game’ and ‘Loneliest Christmas’ to name but a few, Zoe Unsworth from Wigan and now based in Manchester is delivering yet another hit titled ‘Daisy’. The track has a country-pop ballad vibe and is part of my upcoming EP due for release later this Summer, ‘Daisy’ itself was released 8th May 2026.

Co- written with fellow singer songwriter Neeve Zahara, and produced by Samuel Capper at Feel Weird Studios; The release marks a notable evolution in Zoe Unsworth’s artistry, showcasing a more stripped-back and emotionally vulnerable side while maintaining her strong narrative focus. It’s this strong narrative that makes her songs so relatable and relevant.

“Daisy is a soft, atmospheric track that explores the emotional complexity of loving someone who ultimately chooses another. Through intimate lyricism and understated production, the song captures the quiet tension between admiration, envy, and heartbreak.”

Listening to the song it’s very much referencing the popular 1892 nursery rhyme about courtship and a bicycle of the same name, but bringing a more mature and relaxing feel to it.

“You give flowers on a Monday morning, I guess that’s just you,

You see the beauty in the rain, but why can’t I see it too?

Although you’re getting older, you’re the spit of youth

Ain’t it funny how small thoughts start to grow and bloom”

The first verse paints a beautiful picture of giving and receiving flowers at the start of a working week (Monday) serving as a reminder to always start our week, and day off positively. This is further emphasised when referencing the “beauty in the rain” and speaks to our mindset. The lyrics also speak to our ability to pay others compliments “although you’re getting older, you’re the spit of youth.” This is perhaps also acknowledging their sunny disposition that helps keep them looking youthful.

I find the last lyric in the verse quite powerful and very reminiscent of the quote ‘might oaks from little acorns grow’, and how each small action has a ripple effect. Each little thought and action is like a flower, delicate and nurtured by ourselves. If we are consistent with each of these little, seemingly insignificant thoughts, then we will soon have a bouquet and start to see our ‘small changes’ “start to grow and bloom.”

“Daisy, Daisy, Daisy give me your answer to,

All the things that rhyme and sing & blossom in June.

I despise my emerald eyes, every time they look at you

Oh Daisy, too good be true.”

The chorus references the nursery rhyme and title, and lyrically almost matches it at times, perhaps speaking to our innate childhood and first love of music. It’s interesting drawing comparisons to singing and blossoming, and paints a wonderful picture of a garden being the orchestra, each flower emitting a different sound and equally proving immense joy. Reference of “emerald eyes” speaks towards the look of envy and jealousy. The lyric shows great self-awareness as “I despise my emerald eyes, every time they look at you” meaning that they’re recognising that they’re jealous of other people and realise they need to start focusing on themselves.

“The way that your smile, can tear a whole room apart.

Well that line light, haunts my night times, be still my beating heart.

Maybe it’s this or maybe it’s that,

Maybe it’s all just quite matter of fact.

That your greener pastures and I’m just a deep shade of blue.”

The second verse continues to identify features of others that we’re perhaps envious of, such as “the way that your smile, can tear a whole room apart” Aesthetics and our appearance is the root to most insecurity experienced and the song is a reminder for us to continue leading our lives in our own lanes; there’s no need to compare ourselves to others as we’re all unique and brilliant in our own way. The lyrics also acknowledge “that your greener pastures and I’m just a deep shade of blue.” Perhaps this is meaning that the other person is representing what could be, the greener pastures, whilst we’re the “deep shade of blue” representing depth, stability, trust and wisdom. Conversely, the blue could reflect the deep sadness that we have for ourselves, the blue becoming darker, the deeper we go into ourselves.

The song returns to the chorus, serving as a reminder to focus on ourselves more and not to become jealous or envious of others. What they have, they’ve worked for and have earnt. If we look after ourselves, we are then in a position to be able to help others in need of assistance.

“Daisy, Daisy, Daisy give me your answer do,

Cause I’m half crazy of thinking of him with you.”

Originally intended to be asking for a response to a proposal (in the nursery rhyme), the context in this song is that is suggestive of ‘what ifs’. Reference to being “half crazy” demonstrates the hesitancy we have, and the Ying and Yang we have within us all. As for “thinking of him with you” then once again shows that we’re focusing too much of others. Whilst they may influence us, or even fill a special place in our hearts, the biggest love needs to come from ourselves FOR ourselves.

Once again the song returns to the chorus to finish, leaving us with the focus to concentrate more on ourselves and not so much on others. Sure they look amazing, or have great personality and character, but so do you!!

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‘Daisy’ was released 8th May 2026, and is available to download and stream from your usual music platforms. Make sure to follow Zoe on her social media for news of any upcoming gigs and performances. Keep an eye out in the Summer when it’s anticipated Zoe will release an album.