Review: "Never Loved Somebody" - Kylie Rothfield
- Destiny Rundquist
- Oct 4, 2024
- 2 min read
Kylie Rothfield gifts us the perfect song about the loss of love for someone who didn't deserve it to begin with. She sets a strong example of what it looks like to be strong and confident when talking about someone you once loved. The chorus begins by saying, "You'll never heal if / All you know is how to be wanted / So just be honest / You've never loved somebody." We can feel the artist's power through these lyrics, the statement being made that the other person will never learn if they don't actually invest in the relationship they claim to care about. As we get further into the song, there's one line that I think everyone can relate to that says, "The Santa Barbara sun is setting in the evening / And you like me better now cause you know I'm leaving." This is a universal experience, we've all been with someone who only fights for us at the end because they know it's best for us to move on from them in order to heal. The reality being they want to keep us in that environment, knowing if we stick around, they'll go back to treating us the same way they always have. That's the beauty of this line, it's so raw and real that it becomes relatable.
The music takes us on a journey through highs and lows. The song begins in an upbeat manner, and then within seconds drops to a bit of a low. Almost like you're riding a rollercoaster, and that's not a bad thing. It keeps the listener on their toes while they journey through the song. The song has a smooth and soft flow, it helps us as the listener understand that while the artist is confident in calling the other person out, they're still trying to process the whole situation and how they're feeling. When Kylie Rothfield starts in with the lyrics, it adds a new level of depth to the song. Her voice is gentle yet powerful. The listener does not doubt what she is trying to say because her voice presents the lyrics in a confident manner, which instills confidence in the listener.
The song 'Never Loved Somebody' brings a new style of music to the indie realm. While the song gives off the indie vibe, it also gives off a 70's vibe, and the two styles work well together. The song sounds as if it's being played by a live band, despite being crafted in home studios. It was mixed by Rob Stevenson, who is known for working with Beach Weather and Paul McCartney. The song was mastered by Dave McNair, who is known for working with David Bowie, Maroon 5, and Demi Lovato. In her time as a musical artist, Kylie Rothfield has been mentored by Alicia Keys, and she has collaborated with big-name songwriters including, Ryan Tedder and Ester Dean, who have worked with artists like Taylor Swift and Katy Perry. Kylie Rothfield has over one million streams and views, a sponsorship from Epiphone guitars, and has had her music featured on many major TV networks. She continues to shine bright in the world of music. Don't miss what happens next!
Written By Destiny Rundquist
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