Review: "Last Name" - Cali Tucker
- Victoria Fitzgerald
- Jul 25
- 2 min read
Names are sacred things. They serve as the package for our identity and our existence as we meet new people. Names also tie us to other people. Our surnames act as a tether to those who came before us, further establishing an identity for people to interpret. However, this connection can inhibit us, and we feel the need to break free and establish a separate identity. This is the story told by Cali Tucker in her song “Last Name”, as she breaks away from the reputation of her famous family. She also delves into a deeper topic as she explores the experience of forging an independent path without the support of her family. This track is an anthem for those who want to be truly seen and heard for who they are, in spite of the ties that a name may carry. She establishes her own independence while also presenting a genius ethos and storytelling ability that connects to a variety of audiences on a deeper level.
This track begins with a mellow guitar and an echoey, dreamy ambience in the background. Percussion is introduced in the verse and provides a light groove behind the lyrics that pushes the song into the chorus. Vocals are powerful and moving while singing about empowering oneself after heartache. The instrumentation provides the context to the lyrics as the guitar and synths create an emotional atmosphere while the percussion adds power that is complemented by the technique and passion present in Tucker’s voice. Tucker communicates her message through both lyrics and instrumental while blessing audiences with her unbelievable vocal prowess, making for a fantastic work of art.
Cali Tucker embodies the beauty of southern femininity flawlessly through her musical presence. Her debut single “Dandelion” was released in 2021 and began her partnership with her producers Tricia Battani and G’Harah “PK” Degeddingseze. Her breakout song, “Country Couture”, thoroughly describes her brand of down-to-earth luxury. She has won numerous awards for her music videos and song originality through her genius artistry and powerhouse performance abilities. Cali Tucker is from a family of country icons, but she establishes an identity that is completely herself and will no doubt entrance audiences everywhere.
Written By Victoria Fitzgerald
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