Alexandra Babiak shares her latest single, “Look Right Through”
Toronto folk-pop artist Alexandra Babiak has unveiled her single, “Look Right Through,” from her soon-to-be-released album, Magical Thinking.
Lead by Babiaks soaring vocal melodies over water guitar, sparkling piano, and weighted drums, the psych-folk production of the track is only half the story – as Babiak hits the listener with a hopeful but gutting story.
Babiak explains,
“Sometimes with loss comes perspective, and other times it creates more confusion. This song was an exploration of that for me. What happens after death? What happens to the people who are left behind? How do you keep living, and I mean really living, not just floating from day to day?
I think the lyrics are sad, but I don’t think the message is sad. I think it’s a journey from a low place, into a place of curiosity, so to me that is a positive thing.”
Babiak teamed up with Toronto producer Sandro Perri and recording engineer Chris Stringer to record the track, along with Laura Pitkanen on guitar, Josh Cole on bass, Thomas Hammerton on keys/synth, and additional synth by Sandro Perri.
Review
From the start, “Look Right Through” brings forth hauntingly beautiful piano, quickly joined by Alexandra’s pleasant yet powerful vocals. Throughout the track, various instruments add layers, while the lyrics evoke a feeling of sadness, yet also hopefulness at times.
I’m always pulled in by songs with a strong background, story, or meaning, and “Look Right Through” fits in all three of those categories. As I listened closely to the lyrics, goosebumps appeared on my arms. I always find it incredible how artists can awaken such intense emotions through lyrics and the way they deliver the vocals.
The lyrics, “I want to be part of the stars, Closer to wherever you are,” is a feeling I’m positive all of us have felt at one time or another. The loss of a loved one leaves you wondering about all sorts of things, such as where they are now and whether there is an afterlife. This track perfectly encapsulates all of these things.
After hearing Alexandra’s previous releases, “Settle Down” and “Til It Burns You,” I was sure I would enjoy this song, and I was right. I am now anxiously awaiting the upcoming album, set for release on October 27, 2022.
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