Review: "Sweetheart" - Avery Lynch

Avery Lynch released her latest single, “Sweetheart,” which is the perfect, painfully relatable heartbreak anthem. Every lyric from every line paints a bigger, vivid picture for listeners to visualize a story told beautifully by Avery Lynch. Lack of effort, attention, and affection from a partner in a relationship is a hurtful, confusing experience to navigate. Unfortunately, situations like this are not rare. Dealing with a relationship that feels one-sided or like your partner has lost interest can create deeper wounds, insecurities, and more confusion. When you move forward from the relationship and explore romantic connections with someone else, it becomes easier to see how low your previous partner set the bar. “Sweetheart” highlights complicated feelings, like the sadness when reflecting on a past relationship, but also the sense of peace or happiness experiencing what you always wanted with another person who does it naturally. In the song, Avery Lynch sings, “He calls me sweetheart / And likes to talk to me / I know what we are / What else could a girl need / I’d give him five stars / You left the bar where it's not hard to reach.” These lyrics are just one example of how “Sweetheart” speaks to everyone in a similar situation, showing how hurt from a past relationship can linger, even once you have found someone who cares for you in a way your previous partner did not.

“Sweetheart” is a calming masterpiece. The gentle plucks of an acoustic guitar paired with a piano at the beginning immediately draws listeners in to the comforting, emotional sphere Avery Lynch naturally creates with her voice. The blend of the guitar with her delicate, soft vocals adds more emotional layers to the song’s already powerful, melancholic, and reflective tone. Her vocal tone is very unique, and balances an airy lightness with power that displays her natural vocal abilities. Her voice throughout the song keeps listeners grounded and opens them up to feeling the raw vulnerability she expresses. In “Sweetheart,” Avery Lynch shows strength through her soft, honest singing, and her vocal tone is reminiscent of Lizzy McAlpine’s. “Sweetheart” maintains a consistent, stable melody and pace throughout the song. The chorus is elevated by moments where you can hear Avery Lynch’s quiet, warm humming. The hums feel like a hushed lullaby that you want to keep listening to for comfort at night. Towards the end of the song, the sound of the guitar builds and the background music quietly swells. This brief moment feels like when you suppress deep emotions, only for them to rush to the surface when you don’t expect it.

Los Angeles based singer, Avery Lynch, originally from Pennsylvania, began her incredible music journey at just 7 years old when she began playing the piano. Before Lynch found her voice as a songwriter, her early compositions were instrumental. With her natural musicality, heartfelt lyrics, and vulnerable storytelling, Avery Lynch attended Berklee College of Music where she continued to hone her craft. Avery Lynch is often described as a “happy girl filled with sad songs." She has created music that is inspired by her life experiences, the world around her, and the media she consumes. Lynch’s music journey began on TikTok in 2020, and resonated deeply with numerous fans all around the world. She has amassed over 400 million streams and 400K monthly listeners on Spotify. All of Avery Lynch’s hard work and natural talent has led her to receiving accolades from notable tastemakers like Just Jared and EARMILK. Another big milestone in Avery Lynch’s career was signing with RECORDS (Song Music). With her clear passion for music, unforgettable sound, and unique artistry, Avery Lynch continues to connect with fans worldwide, and has already become a bright star within the music industry.

Written By Kyler Griggs

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