Review: "This Feeling" - Paperwhite
- Taylor Sheridan Lempke
- Jun 6
- 2 min read
The smallest things can turn a day around—a dandelion drifting in the summer breeze, sunlight warming your skin through a window—and Paperwhite’s “This Feeling” delivers that same breath of fresh air. In today’s world of constant hustle, where many of us rush through life on five hours of sleep and at least two cups of coffee, it’s easy to feel like we’re falling behind. Katie sings, “It breaks my heart knowing there’s so much good, but it’s hard to find.” Deadlines, grades, or “failed” ideas narrow our vision, blinding us to life’s simple joys—the songbird on a branch, the stray soccer ball we didn’t pause to kick, the coffee shop we’ve never stopped to try. “This Feeling” serves as a much-needed reminder that when we slow down, we can rediscover happiness. Nature teaches us that while progress matters, it’s okay to be still—flowers that bloom too early often wither. The song flows with the same kindness, reclaiming the childlike wonder found in the present. For anyone overdue for a pause, Paperwhite reminds us that the light will reach us. You’ll get this feeling.
The track is slow but carries a sense of renewal—something good coming. The beat is bouncy, like bumblebees traveling from flower to flower. The drop is subtle but colorful, like petals falling from a tree, swirling in the breeze, sprinkling over a lake. Ben Marshall’s production creates a spring-like harmony. Every instrument seems to echo an essence that could make you float. Katie Marshall’s vocals are soft, like silky streams or tulip petals at the local market. The pacing from the verses to the slow chorus replicates what the song is all about. The repeated refrain, “I get this feeling,” ties the lyrics to the present and reminds us that we’ll return to the good times. No matter where we are, renewal is always possible. “This Feeling” serves as a reminder that better days are ahead.
True to their mission of providing a breath of fresh air between traffic and constant movement, Paperwhite is based in Brooklyn, New York. The sibling duo combines Katie Marshall’s singing and Ben Marshall’s music production as they write songs together. From a family of scientists and engineers, they received support to pursue a career in a creative field. The Paperwhite siblings studied and graduated from Berklee College of Music, preparing them for a series of projects, including their EPs, singles, and writing for television. They released their debut EP, Magic, in 2014. Their second EP, Escape, was a success, reaching reactions from Billboard, Buzzfeed, and Noisy. “By Your Side,” a recent release, brings the same easy-going vibe of “This Feeling.” There are now Savoir Adore and Adam Weiss’s remixes. “This Feeling” is another sparkle in their body of work.
Written By Taylor Sheridan Lempke
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