"Burn This Bridge" is the debut single by Brooklyn-born singer-songwriter (Enisa Nikaj), released in September 2016. The soul-pop track serves as an anthem of self-confidence and independence, born from the artist's personal rejection by a music industry figure. Background and Inspiration
: The title symbolizes burning ties with those who doubt her and moving forward into a new chapter of her career alone. Music Video and Visuals
: Filmed primarily on the Brooklyn Bridge and at Grand Central Terminal in Manhattan. ENISA - Burn This Bridge
The music video, which premiered on Billboard in November 2016, is a visual love letter to ENISA's New York roots:
ENISA wrote the song after a mentor figure told her she "didn't have what it takes" to succeed in the music industry. Rather than being discouraged, she used the experience as fuel: "Burn This Bridge" is the debut single by
: "Burn This Bridge" helped establish her as a rising artist, leading to later hits like "Love Cycle" and "Dumb Boy," eventually resulting in her signing with Atlantic Records in 2021.
Watch the official music video for 'Burn This Bridge' to see ENISA's journey across New York City: ENISA - Burn This Bridge (Official Video) YouTube• Nov 23, 2016 ENISA – Burn This Bridge Lyrics - Genius Music Video and Visuals : Filmed primarily on
: The lyrics focus on self-reliance and the realization that she does not need to rely on anyone but herself.