Houston-based singer-songwriter Sofia Sampaio makes a powerful statement with her debut EP “Everything Is Ok.” With this collection, Sofia establishes herself as a confident new voice in indie/alternative pop; one that wears its influences on its sleeve while staking out a personal, coming-of-age narrative.
The record was released in late September 2025 and collects material written between roughly ages 19–21. that youthful vantage point is central to both the lyrical concerns and the EP’s tonal swings, and the collection reads like a short memoir in six tracks.
The record begins with “Everything is ok,” the title track which explores that feeling of being unable to find peace despite everything seeming alright on paper. Sampaio navigates feelings of anxiety and gratitude while using a powerful rock arrangement that completely blindsides you the first time.
“Soma” is another standout track, with Sofia taking a more easygoing approach musically, but still maintaining the same sonic energy. The use of Soma as a metaphor for escapism is a smart lyrical choice and hints at a cerebral writing style that’s uncommon in modern pop music.
With “Invisible,” Sofia showcases the record’s softer side, delivering an aching, melodic, and lyrically taut ballad. Its quieter production puts the spotlight on Sampaio’s control as a vocalist, and she rises to the occasion to deliver a flawless performance.
Sampaio’s lyrics across the EP often trade grand pronouncements for precise, image-driven details. She’s economical with metaphor, and when she does use them, they land with clarity and sting. There’s an effective tension between confessional lines and sly, conversational turns that keeps the EP from lapsing into earnestness.
Everything Is Ok is an assured debut that’s concise, emotionally honest, and well produced. It introduces Sofia Sampaio as a songwriter with an eye for detail and the melodic gifts to make those details stick. For listeners who enjoy intimate alt-rock with emotional frankness, this EP is a rewarding listen.
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