This week, I’ve had Sara Bareilles’ “Gravity” #OnRepeat. I know I’m late on Sara Bareilles (way late), but I can’t get over how relatable her lyrics are and how much her melodies get stuck in your head.
Sara Bareilles is a singer-songwriter and instrumentalist from Eureka, California. She became well-known with her hit single “Love Song” and has earned several Grammy nominations for her music. Some of her other well-known songs are “King of Anything,” “I Choose You,” and “Brave.”
Although many have said that her style and voice is reminiscent of Billy Joel and Regina Spektor (you can hear these influences and similarities as well), Bareilles’ “Gravity” reminds me very much of Sara McLachlan. Her voice is mellow and raspy, yet she has the ability to belt notes in the upper part of her range, suggesting she has had musical theater training and influence. The words for “Gravity” are suggestive of a break-up; or at least someone who is trying to break free from someone else, but can’t seem to stay away. The lyrics are simple and subtle, yet you feel the agony without it feeling cheesy or overbearing.
Take a listen below:
I hope to hear more from Bareilles in the future; her voice is soulful and her songwriting gives her music ongoing relevancy.
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