“Crushes start out as that teenage phenomenon, life-affirming and cute, but as you wander into adulthood, they seem to end up more painful, harrowing, and uncertain, especially if you have just come out of the relationship you thought would finally, maybe, maybe be the one that stuck.”

Scottish musician

Lauren Mayberry is a Scottish musician best known as the lead vocalist, percussionist, and co-writer for the pop band Chvrches. She also sings soprano and plays drums and keyboards. With Iain Cook and Martin Doherty, she co-writes and co-produces the band’s songs. Beyond her work in music, she is active as a feminist and philanthropist.