Sinéad Harnett unveils her most vulnerable and self-aware project to date with the release of her third studio album, Boundaries. This introspective journey, crafted by Thairish Limited/Right Hand Co., delves into personal transformation and the emotional complexities of navigating love and self-discovery.

Boundaries unfolds as a 16-track exploration, entirely self-written and performed by Harnett. Tracks like “Say Something,” “Thinking Less,” “The Most,” and “Burn,” previously released as singles, primed listeners for the raw honesty that permeates the album.

Harnett embarks on a quest for self-understanding, confronting past hurts while embracing the courage to move forward. The opening track, “Shoulder,” paints a hopeful picture of budding romance, a sentiment that quickly sours in “Thinking Less.” Here, Harnett confronts a lover’s betrayal: “How you gonna switch it up? / We were on the road to a good beginning of / Real love,” she sings, her voice laced with disappointment.

The acoustic ballad “Unfamiliar,” co-produced by D’Mile, showcases Harnett’s guarded vulnerability. Shimmering guitar chords underscore her cautious approach to intimacy: “A little bit of pressure / I’m running from the headlights / And I don’t wanna get too close to you,” she confesses.

Taking to social media, Harnett offered a glimpse into the creative wellspring of Boundaries: “This album is about healing. It’s about ending unhealthy habits and relationships. It’s about finding the strength to put yourself first so that you can resolve the things that hurt. It’s about realising that ‘no’ is a full sentence,” she shared on Instagram. “Mostly, it’s been about taking my inner child into my arms and reparenting her. Telling her it’s gonna be ok. Saving her.”

Harnett’s message extends beyond personal experience, offering an empowering call to action: “If this album does anything for you, I hope at least it gives you permission to do that for yourself. We are all broken in some way, but in a sense, this makes us all part of something: alone, together sending you all my love honeyyyyys, #BOUNDARIES is yours today – GO SET THEM BBY!!!!”

Boundaries arrives as the successor to Ready Is Always Too Late (Deluxe), the expanded edition of her critically acclaimed sophomore album. The standard version boasted collaborations with R&B luminaries Lucky Daye, Masego, VanJess, and EARTHGANG.

Sinéad Harnett’s Boundaries is a powerful testament to the transformative potential of self-reflection and emotional excavation. This deeply personal offering is a must-listen for anyone navigating the complexities of love, loss, and the journey towards self-acceptance.