Frances Whitney has crafted the perfect love ballad that is directed at no one other than a past love and ourselves. In this song, we get a glimpse of reflection on a past relationship and choices we made. Ultimately, though, she says in the chorus, "And I knew by the light of the morning / Honey, you were just something I wanted." Suggesting that in hindsight, the person wasn't necessarily what she needed in life, and they weren't good for her in the long run. A few lines that help paint a picture of the way the artist's feels regarding the past choices and relationships include: "I'm getting out of the business of missing what's weighing me down," and, at the beginning, "No good love tastes like pain / And losing yourself is not a price worth paying / Don't know when but I'll get there somehow." We can feel the beginning stages of closure, and we witness the start of the healing process.
"Something I Wanted" gives us an introspective mood. We look inward and inspect our own emotional state. The lyrics are universally relatable, which allows us to reflect on some of these things. The reflective and introspective mood captures the overall tone, which is reinforced by the slower, softer music. The guitar sets the pace throughout the song. The guitar's slow and almost angelic sound allows us to sit back and soak in exactly what the song is saying. The lyrics meld perfectly with the music, tying everything together to create a beautiful and cohesive piece. Frances Whitney constructed this song in a way that prompts the listener to return to it repeatedly.
Frances Whitney was born and raised in San Francisco. When asked about herself, she will tell you that she identifies as a songwriter before anything else. In her time overseas playing professional volleyball, she spent much of her downtime with her guitar in hand. When she retired from sports, she made her way back to the States, returning home to her identity as a musician. Frances Whitney merges eras together. Inspired by '70s rockstars and the modern indie landscape, she creates something that is entirely her own, honest, soulful, and universal. If you're looking for a new artist with indie undertones, make sure to check out Frances Whitney.
Written By Destiny Rundquist
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