“Paperbacks” - Arlo Parks

Whenever London-based artist Arlo Parks dips her pen in ink and sets off to write another beautifully melancholic tune, she does so with such understanding and emotional awareness of herself. "Paperbacks," the final song of her new EP Sophie, soaks up all the angst and yearning that she's been feeling and combines it with slow, soothing instrumentals. Nostalgia and the sound of days passing in anonymous waves seeps out of simple guitar tones and her lo-fi drum kit accompaniment. Wrapped up in the production, Parks sings honest bars like "I think I hate you but I don't know why," evoking feelings of vulnerability within. It's moody and confessional and perfect for winter pining over someone. For the full experience, check out Sophie and catch Parks during her UK tour this February!

Posted December 13, 2019.