Review: "Unravel Me" - Carmon
- Hanna Hathaway
- Jun 9
- 2 min read
Carmon’s “Unravel Me” explores the dynamic of grief after the bitter-sweet ending of an unsure relationship. She copes with “I drink whiskey like I wear perfume,” which is an artistic hint at self destruction in the presence of mourning. Carmon’s style is reminiscent of romantic literature blended with contemporary habits, singing “bed of roses, late lover’s doom” mentioning the “morning dew", “stars”, and “moonlight” through an appreciation of nature and emotion. “Unravel Me” presents a literary sophistication different from contemporary lyricism, which invites a deeper resonance and acknowledgement of the piece. Carmon craves a shared vulnerability with “my biggest insecurities, unravel me,” but is greeted with “desperation and deceit” instead. This leads to a wavering loss, confusion, and memories she “can’t replace”. Carmon finally weighs the result of the love she “could’ve made” realizing that she must let all of this past “good” go, tainted with an all-or-nothing exaggeration.
This track begins like a ballad, transitioning into triumphant truth and heated vocals. The repetitive rhythm and meter of the first few lines ingrain the listener with sympathy as they get a glimpse of Carmon’s vivid, tragic story. A soft drum carries her chorus, leading up to light vocals, complete with a final, bold twist to close the chorus. This twist is characterized by slowed instrumentals, repeating the main lyric, and an almost sassy last “unravel me”. Carmon’s voice is distinct, sturdy, and breezy, all at the same time. She conveys emotion, and leads the guitar’s commentary. She isolates her voice for emphasis, complimented by the flair of the instrumentals that flutter around her vocal variability. Carmon’s “Unravel Me” is the space between love and resentment, delivered by a sound that follows suit.
Carmon works to create music exploring themes of mental wellness, anxiety, and self-exploration. She’s an Australian, neurodivergent, singer/songwriter who’s influenced by artists like Phoebe Bridgers and Olivia Rodrigo. She graduated from JMC Academy with a Bachelor of Music and a Songwriting Specialization. Music has helped her address the hardships of Autism, ADHD, and Anxiety, and she’s released more than 14 songs on Spotify so far. She also joined emo-grunge band, Vampire Vampire to challenge her versatility. Her debut album, “All My Life”, is set to release in 2026, and she recently performed at St Albans Folk Festival. She frequently performs at bars/venues in Sydney, and her song “Burnout” was played on several FM stations. Carmon is a well-rounded artist, and I’m excited to see what she does next- visit her socials linked below for more information!
Written By Hanna Hathaway
FOLLOW CARMON:
