Carrie Baxter's fourth single, "Change," shows that she is one of neo-soul's most emotionally honest new voices. Baxter is from Waterford, Ireland, but now lives in London. She mixes jazz, soul, and R&B into a sound that feels both personal and big, modern but with deep roots.
"Change" starts out like a secret confession in the dark. Dreamlike verses and spoken-word sections set a thoughtful mood, pulling the listener into cycles of guilt, distance, and self-examination. Baxter's voice has a quiet strength that doesn't go too far, but it commands attention just by being honest. As the song goes on, it turns into a gospel-tinged chorus that feels more like an emotional release than a performance.
The song is very well-made when it comes to production. The emotional weight rises naturally thanks to warm keys, subtle harmonies, and a slow-burning groove. The chorus gives the song a sense of closure and hope without pretending that growth is easy.
"Change" is Baxter's most self-aware work to date when it comes to lyrics. There's no pretending here; we're just looking at who we are and who we want to be. This song feels like a turning point as people get excited for her first album, Seven. "Change" doesn't just ask for change; it earns it.
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