Jacque Crossett unveils heartbreak beneath the lights on latest release “Carnival Dream”

Jacque Crossett’s latest release, “Carnival Dream,” transforms the momentary sensation of a carnival into a contemplative portrayal of relationships that dissolve as swiftly. The big idea is shocking: the lights go out, the rides stop working, and in the morning nothing is left. That imagery gives the track an emotional sense of impermanence, as some connections can feel dazzling and then fade away. But “Carnival Dream” is more than walking away. It also involves deciding to stay on the ride, knowing the lights could go out at any time.