Heartbreak lingers, reminding us that we sometimes never truly heal from our former relationships. It can leave us incapacitated, perforated with a sense of yearning and perhaps even betrayal, an unwillingness to trust due to past heartache. Overcoming such a grueling predicament can be heavy to bear all alone, it can be overwhelming, and our hope begins to diminish as we wait for the next potential companion who could, just as effortlessly, leave us in the wretched shape we were before healing. Opening our hearts that have been hardened due to heartbreak and the unfaithfulness of our past is something a plethora of us struggle with. And yet, when we least expect it, we’re suddenly pulled into the arms of someone who, miraculously, offered us the kind of love that manages to turn our lives around. Picking up our hearts off the floor, making the little things seem so new and refined again. We are sufficed with a sense of belonging, gifted with the ability to trust again through a love that’s patient and kind. “Little Things New” by Larry Karpenko, is a song that explores this same idea in a way that resonates with listeners all over the world who have experienced heartbreak, reminding us of our wistful emotions and inability to trust again. However, this person who has arbitrarily walked into our lives has somehow managed to replenish us with genuine love that prevails and heals us.
The song opens up with the resonating rifts of a guitar that sets a scene, depicting the theme that sounds almost hopeful and yet reflective at the same time. As Larry’s voice sets in, we’re almost immediately introduced to the theme of this song, the lyrics denoting the concept of it– depicting an image of two people who have both experienced heartbreak, yet they rewrite themselves whilst helping one another. As the lyrics suggest “you picked my heart off the floor” indicating that at one point, they were at their lowest, before this person softened their hearts and opened their eyes, making them see all the small things in life that they had once neglected and failed to see the light in. The world now moving in colors that are striking and emotive. With Larry’s voice narrating such a heartfelt picture, it’s easy for the listener to resonate with the song, led by his strong vocals that invoke the beauty in finding a true love that conquers all, and sets us apart from the heartbreak that once monopolized us. As I read the lyrics once more and add painstaking thought to such an idea, I realize that heartbreak isn’t the only thing that many of us may suffer from. Many of us suffer from abandonment, or perhaps we’ve suffered from a harrowing past that hinders us from ever loving someone. This is what makes this song even more striking and vehement– it’s not only heartbreak that has left us feeling empty and lost.
Larry Karpenko, the exceptional artist behind such an emotive song is a singer and songwriter based in Southern California who blends music with inspiring ideas and themes that invoke faith and love. I can appreciate Larry’s presence in a place like the music industry, not only are his lyrics hopeful, but Larry wishes to create music that continues to strengthen people. It’s easy to become tangled in the intricate webs of hopelessness and sadness. His music and presence can be a beacon of hope for many people who are struggling. It reminds me that music isn’t simply just sound mended together to create noise, but it can be a palliative embrace that offers comfort to those who need it most, helping us feel less alone. Those who want to feel understood. Larry’s lyrics in “Little Things New” do just that. His most recent single titled “Heart Calls Love” was released just a few days ago. While Larry’s name might sound new to some, it would surprise many to know that he has also been making music that explores Christian and religious themes from the late 90's. While it’s a completely different genre, I admire his faith and the way he’s managed to explore different genres of music. As Larry continues to make music, I look forward to hearing more of his work!
Written By Rosalyn Sanchez
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