"Halloween" by Charlotte Chipembere is a track filled with longing and a want to change the past. The lyrics begin with the message "I'm gonna build a time machine," and with this interesting start to the song, the message goes down a path of what if's with regard to a certain person. The words look at betrayal that the speaker has experienced, wondering she could have avoided being hurt by that person if they had only started dating sooner. This song shows that inner struggle of thoughts we allow to run wild when we are hurt, though ultimately it is not within our control to dictate other people's actions. Standing in solidarity with anyone who has ever been cheated on or deceived in a relationship, "Halloween" uses clever words and honest thoughts to comfort with authenticity.
Guitar picking with a resonant depth open this heartache pop song. Charlotte's angelic vocals bring a softness to low notes and soar smoothly through high notes in a way that carries a captivating emotion. At one point, the instrumentals cut out entirely as Charlotte sings. You can hear the practiced vocal stability, and the way that layers with the emotion of feeling overlooked in love is truly impactful. The guitar picks up a rock-like gain through the chords, balancing the pure sound of the vocals with a cool grittiness. The song ends with layered vocals and intense instrumentals like strings building then cutting out entirely for Charlotte's vocals to wrap the tune up with touching emotion.
Charlotte Chipembere is a musician based out of both California and Tennessee. Her singing and songwriting skills convey genuine emotions from life experience, giving listeners music to support them through life, love, and heartbreak. Fans of Olivia Rodrigo will love Charlotte's musical deep dives into personal experiences, making her songs the perfect soundtrack to deep and complex emotions. On top of using her music to connect with listeners, she expresses her feelings and experiences through relatable content on her social media platforms. Check out the links below to keep up to date with her music.
Written By Hanna Kowal
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