Review: "BITE THE BULLET" - Caleb Hearn x Jenna Raine

Kyler Griggs
Jul 18
3 min read

Caleb Hearn and Jenna Raine Bite The Bullet Cover Art

Caleb Hearn and Jenna Raine have just released one of the most memorable collabs of the year! "BITE THE BULLET" is as moving as it is catchy. Caleb Hearn and Jenna Raine bravely delve into the topic of love in "BITE THE BULLET" in a way that is deeply relatable for all listeners. The intense emotions, thoughts, and all-consuming passion that comes along with love can be overwhelming or a little scary for some people. In "BITE THE BULLET," all of these vulnerable feelings are clearly shown through the lyrics: "I'll bite the bullet if you're holding the gun. I'll take the bruises if you’re throwing the punch." The song does not shy away from portraying any vulnerable emotions, but approaches them in a bold, honest, and unapologetic way. Love can be so intense that it can make you do anything for that special person you built a deep connection with, even if there is a possibility of getting hurt. With hard-hitting lyrics like "Maybe it's stupid flying into the sun. Maybe I'm broken. Maybe it's love," the complex nature of such deep love is shown in "BITE THE BULLET."

"BITE THE BULLET" has a pop sound that is simply infectious and unforgettable. During the verses, the song has a folk vibe that features the beautiful strums of a guitar over a mellow, calming melody. The instruments mirror the emotions present in both the lyrics and Caleb Hearn's voice while he sings. Hearn has a distinct vocal tone that is warm and smooth. His voice feels comforting, making it easy to get enraptured by his singing and lost in his voice. By the chorus, the tempo of the song picks up. The guitar becomes livelier, and the different colors of Hearn's voice really shines through with the beautiful high notes he hits. When Jenna Raine's voice first appears in the song, it is captivating. Her vocals are sweet and delicate, with a natural honeyed tone that perfectly contrasts Caleb Hearn's. The blend of Hearn's and Raine's voices, their perfect harmonies, and the lively guitar makes the song become even brighter. While listening, it feels as if you are soaring. Up until the very end of "BITE THE BULLET," Jenna Raine and Caleb Hearn compel listeners with their unique vocals and natural talent for creating emotion-driven stories through their voices and lyrics.

Nashville based singer-songwriter, Caleb Hearn, and singer-songwriter, Jenna Raine, joined forces to release the single, "BITE THE BULLET." Caleb Hearn is a rising phenomenon in the music industry, with nearly 100M streams, 1.4M+ TikTok fans, and acclaim from American Songwriter. Caleb Hearn first emerged in the small town of Mount Airy, NC in 2020 with his breakout song "Always Be." "Always Be 2.0," intended to pay homage to a friend who passed away, surpassed 16.3 million Spotify streams and counting. Caleb Hearn signed with Nettwerk Music Group in 2022, and since then has gained over 700M streams and 4M monthly Spotify listeners. Caleb Hearn will also be embarking on his first ever European tour starting in September! Jenna Raine has won over fans all across the globe and has become a gem in the music industry. Her hit song, "see you later (ten years)," created during lockdown, went viral on TikTok and quickly rose to #1 on Spotify's Global and US Viral Charts. Recently, Jenna Raine wrapped up her completely sold out "The Only Started Growing Tour," and continues to showcase her unforgettable voice through her massively loved songs!