Review: "Afterlife" - Charlotte Sands
- Karlee Skipper
- 7 minutes ago
- 2 min read
Charlotte Sands wears her heart on her sleeve in her electrifying new single, “Afterlife.” Throughout the song, she explores the delicate anxiety of falling for someone and fearing it will end, due to past relationships that had failed. But she knows their love is eternal, beyond the shackles of life. In the chorus, she sings: “Promise that you’ll find me somewhere on the other side // We can keep on trying // Someday we might get it right // If there's no survivors and we don't make it out alive // Promise that you'll find me, somewhere, somewhere // In the afterlife.” Even if their relationship dies and they can no longer find a pulse, their love will last forever. Sands confesses her bad luck in love, but her muse has changed her into an optimist. Her bittersweet lyricism showcases her authentic vulnerability and undeniable talent. “Afterlife” is another flawless piece of Sands’s immaculate discography.
“Afterlife” contains a fiery soundscape that blends alt-rock with dark pop to craft the perfect track. The song kicks off immediately with Sand’s powerful vocals leading the chorus alongside a muted guitar. This intro immediately propels the listener into the vulnerable and intimate nature of the track. At the end of the chorus, the instrumentation subtly builds before breaking into the bass-heavy verse. The production swiftly transitions to a melodious rap style, highlighting the poetic lyrics and the artist’s versatility. The sudden change catches the listener off guard, reeling them in deeper to the complex track. When the chorus returns, the pop-rock style resumes, accompanied by a complete production featuring drums and an electric guitar. In the post-chorus, Sands vocalizes with stunning falsettos, showcasing her impeccable range. The track continues the same structure, with the rap-influenced second verse and the full chorus. The song closes with additional post-chorus vocalizations, leaving the listener craving more from the talented singer. “Afterlife” is one of my favorite Sand’s tracks due to its clever songwriting, diverse soundscape, and the singer’s matchless vocals.
Charlotte Sands is an alt-rock singer-songwriter from Los Angeles. At just nine years old, she began writing and performing her own songs. In 2018, she made her official debut and immediately rose to stardom – all while being a fully independent artist. She has charted in the U.S. Top 40 for over 15 weeks, won “Best Breakthrough Album” at the Heavy Music Awards, and has over 300 million global streams. She has also shared the stage with acts such as My Chemical Romance and YUNGBLUD, recently performed at Vans Warped Tour in Long Beach, California, and will perform at the Orlando, FL leg of the alt-rock festival. “Afterlife” is the third release of her new era, following her successful 2024 album, can we start over? Follow her on social media to stay up to date with new releases and announcements!
Written By Karlee Skipper
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