A meaningful and expressive piece, ‘Speak To Me In Silence’ is the latest effort by London-based singer-songwriter Paul James Project. Boasting a personal, heartfelt artistic outlook, the project finds its hypnotising livery in Paul’s dynamic and anthemic pop-rock flair, able to write reflective and introspective pieces with relatable melodies and an overall catchy character.
‘Speak To Me In Silence’ is the perfect example of that. On the surface, the song is rather energetic, albeit also emotional and poignant. Yet, at a deeper look, the inspiration behind it came from a tragic moment, the realisation that change is unavoidable, life is frail, and that sometimes it is not that easy to let go. The loss of his father sparked Paul James’ songwriting inspiration, empowering heightened nostalgia and a heartfelt tribute to past times.
As the British troubadour explains: “When you’re a kid, your dad can seem like a giant to you in so many ways. They’re your hero. It’s heartbreaking seeing them get sick and having those roles reversed. The song is an expression of those conflicting feelings, whilst honouring the magic of everything he meant. Miss you dad.” Such a powerful song benefits from the expert production of Grammy-nominated Chris Potter (The Verve, The Rolling Stones), wrapping the piece into a compelling, high-quality anthem.
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