With Sun is already well known for creating the kinds of sounds that seem to speak directly to the listener’s soul, and “Shoebox,” her latest single, is no exception. The emotionally rich indie-folk artist introduces us to a softer, more grounded world with stark clarity, one where having heart means far more than having anything material that can be held or measured. A gentle ballad about being rich in something far more compelling than wealth, “Shoebox” champions full, pervasive, and overwhelming love as the key form of abundance.
The things that shine brightest in our lives are not those that are easiest to buy or show off, but those that are easiest to grasp. Those that have been exchanged. Those that linger. From the outset, the song envelops you in a loving, familiar warmth. Every lyric and melody exudes soothing care, as if you’ve just opened a treasured keepsake filled with memories to a gentle scent. Even so, the song is lively and captivating, and the melody lingers in the mind well after the music has stopped. The production feels like a warm blanket, as soothing and therapeutic as the listener’s heart’s best friend.
It’s the kind of song that appears like magic, exactly when we need it, when the planet is too loud or when we need something softer and more sincere. “Shoebox” is a cushioned arm around sobbing shoulders. It’s a reminder that all one requires to be happy is someone to share it with. It’s a delight to watch With Sun affirm that music does not have to scream to be understood. Sometimes, you have to whisper the fact.
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Indie Folk