Moody, reflective, and deeply immersive, ‘Big Cities’ is the brand new single courtesy of Bedfordshire-based singer/songwriter Essie. A richly textured and soulful offering, ‘Big Cities’ is a lush and breezy tune from a highly gifted artist I’ve fallen completely in love with. Her distinctive voice is a striking balance of warmth and emotional depth, effortlessly commanding one’s attention and making her a standout in today’s crowded music scene.
While signalling a slight shift in sound compared to previous singles, ‘Big Cities’ is still quintessentially Essie. Sure, she’s exploring new sonic territories, but she’s also maintaining her signature charm and authenticity – a sign of an artist maturing and evolving.
As for the meaning behind her latest release, Essie says that the song “is for anyone who has ever left a small town for the big smoke and after a few years been posed the question ‘so…when are you coming home’?”
‘Big Cities’ has instantly captured my heart in a way very few tracks are able to do these days. It’s just perfect from start to finish, and I can’t wait to take a deep dive into the rest of Essie’s discography!
Serious tune alert! Enjoy ‘Big Cities’ on Spotify now:
