Caleb Hearn is back and more vulnerable than ever in his latest playful single entitled, “Last Breath.” This beautiful track touches on the excitement of new love and the challenges which follow. Caleb’s singer-songwriter roots are showcased through the utilization of crisp imagery such as the passing of seasons and the following line, “I wanna walk with you into the dark/ I wanna see where forever could end.” Time and forever is neatly packed inside the lyrics of “Last Breath,” symbolized by the decision to “buy a ring” and the numbers integrated into each of the verses, “Five weeks of winter just came and went/ Blink and it’s 6 months, you’re moving in.” The fast-paced nature of the beginning of this relationship is not abnormal, and I’m sure many of us can relate to moving quickly during the honeymoon phase. Overall, the theme of unconditional love fills this song with romance, and the lyrics are expertly edited into a piece of art which flows nicely, sounds amazing, and means a lot.
“Last Breath” by Caleb Hearn is a wonderfully crafted track which sounds both personal and intimate in nature. Its production is simple, yet romantic. Let’s take a deep dive into the instrumentals and soundscape of the track. This love song begins with a gentle piano which aids in setting the tone for Caleb’s heartfelt lyrics. A great choice for “Last Breath” was to incorporate an echo on the main vocals, it adds depth and a sense of closeness, all while its harmonies work to enhance the emotional impact. The gradual build of the song includes the addition of soft guitar strums alongside the subdued piano, and by the end a beautiful chorus joins Caleb. The overarching mood and tone I would use to describe the track is tender, and I truly believe this is a perfect song to slow dance to.. whether it be in the middle of a dance floor, or in your own kitchen!
Caleb Hearn is an accomplished Nashville-based singer-songwriter originating from the small town Mount Airy, North Carolina. He’s achieved notability and gained a core audience through consistently posting his musical content on social media (Specifically Tiktok). His breakout single, “Always Be” which beautifully honors a friend of his who tragically passed away was one of Caleb’s first successes. This helped him gain traction, followed by other hits such as “Brown Eyes, Brown Hair” and collaborations with music industry juggernauts such as Jillian Rossi. Hearn’s audience has watched his creativity and honesty grow and evolve into the impressive artist he is today, boasting nearly 100k Youtube subscribers and 2.9 million monthly Spotify listeners. If you absolutely loved “Last Breath” and want to hear more from Caleb Hearn, follow him on all social media listed below to keep an eye out for his brand new LP "Left On McKinney" out Sept. 6th!
Written By Casey Hascup
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