Review: "Planets" - Hutton
- Azalea Withrow
- Jun 16
- 2 min read
The inspiration behind Hutton's single, "Planets" comes from the idea that a separate planet comes to exist where you live separately once you've moved on from your past relationship. An ode to staples of the country genre, Hutton describes the song as an homage to Shania Twain and The Chicks. Opening the song, Hutton's voice comes out of the gate powerfully, "I saw Megan in your chair...And I saw Lucy everywhere, even after we were said and done." Referencing girls who might be newly involved with her ex-boyfriend Hutton sings to him, "But I choose not to concern myself..." "you just keep texting my friends. I wish you'd just leave me the fuck alone." Hutton's subtle twang and stylistic vocal runs emanate subtle country inspiration aforementioned by the singer. She spells out a clear summary of the split from her past when she sings, "...please let's not pretend that we don't exist, on two different planets."
Hutton wastes no time making an entrance vocally as soon as the song begins. Singing simultaneously against a strong guitar backing emphasizes the power of both her lyricism and her voice. The track adds vocal stacks to harmonize before building up to a percussive and vocal-heavy chorus. The post-break-up tune is vulnerable yet fun, emotionally dense, and bold. Taking charge of her account through raw and cathartic lyricism, the singer establishes her articulate songwriting. Hutton's high-energy sound and dynamic vocal recordings make this song a danceable, cryable, screamable track.
Hutton grew up in Telluride, Colorado, writing music from a young age to express herself and communicate in the way she knew best. After turning 18, Hutton relocated to Los Angeles on her own to hone her craft of singing and songwriting. She draws lyric inspiration primarily from artists of the late 90s/early 2000s such as the Indigo Girls and Sheryll Crow, among others, while deriving sonic influences from current artists such as Olivia Rodrigo, Phoebe Bridgers, and Chappell Roan. Serving as a diary-like account of her life, the spark of Hutton's music lies in its authenticity. "Planets" is only the latest single release of Hutton's naturally relatable and fun musicianship.
Written By Azalea Withrow
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