Piñata

Playing Piñata is fun, unless you're the Piñata.

At its core, this song is about what it feels like to be under siege—to be misunderstood, singled out, and struggling to stay whole when the world keeps taking swings. Inspired by Gary Adamson’s own battle with epilepsy in 5th grade, this song is for anyone who has ever felt like an outsider, like they didn’t belong, or like life kept breaking them down piece by piece.

With Gary’s raw, unfiltered lyrics and Annela’s soul-stirring composition, “Piñata” doesn’t shy away from the weight of that experience—but it also carries an undercurrent of resilience. Because even when life tries to crack you open, there’s still something inside that’s worth holding onto.

What is Stroke of Genius?

Meet Annela Flores and Gary Adamson, the duo behind Stroke of Genius —a musical partnership born from an unexpected connection. Annela, a gifted music therapist, met Gary as a client while helping him recover from a stroke. But their shared passion for storytelling through song transformed into something greater. Gary writes the words, crafting lyrics that speak to the soul, while Annela brings them to life with her angelic voice and mastery of a multitude of instruments.

Each song immerses you into their creative world and allows you to experience the magic of collaboration. Whether you’re an artist, a dreamer, or just someone who loves a great story set to a beautiful melody, we hope this music will inspire and uplift you.

Tune in, turn it up, and let the music take you somewhere new