"Healing Is Difficult" is the second studio album by Australian singer and songwriter Sia Furler, more commonly known as Sia. Released in 2001, the album marks a significant departure from her earlier work in the acid jazz group Crisp, exhibiting a more experimental, indie-pop sound.
The album was shaped by Sia's personal experiences. The loss of her boyfriend to a car accident had a profound effect on her, and many of the songs on the album deal with themes of loss, relationships, and emotional pain. As the title suggests, "Healing Is Difficult" revolves around the challenges of healing from emotional wounds, and it resonates with raw emotion and depth.
The album's lead single, "Taken for Granted," was a top 10 hit in the United Kingdom. Despite the success of the single, the album did not manage to make a significant commercial impact. However, it did help establish Sia's distinctive voice in the music industry and marked the beginning of her journey towards international stardom. Her honest and poignant lyrics combined with her unique voice make this album a significant part of her discography.
"Healing Is Difficult" brought together elements of funk, soul, and pop, and it showcased Sia's ability to blend genres together. Although it isn't her most commercially successful work, it is considered an important piece in understanding her musical progression. The struggles she portrayed through her music have resonated with audiences worldwide, and this album marked the start of her raw and emotional songwriting style.
