The world feels more uncertain and unstable than ever right now, so it’s essential to seek out those things in our life to ground us. Singer-songwriter Nathaniel Paul has honed in on the beauty of human connection as a vessel to guide us through troubled waters in his new single ‘When Stars Weep’.
With just his voice and acoustic guitar, the Brooklyn-based artist evokes an abundance of emotion, especially through the finger-picked strings which add to this sense of nurturing intimacy. The song’s reflective tone is no more present than in Paul‘s poetic lyrics, such as the central refrain “when the stars weep, they will be yours to keep.” This celestial comfort is a reminder that even during our darkest moments, there are glimpses of hope.
Paul dives further into the song’s tender meaning: “Music has a way of holding space for our emotions, and When Stars Weep is about embracing the fleeting, fragile beauty of life with the ones we love. It’s a reminder that even when everything feels like it’s falling apart, we still have each other.”
Accompanying ‘When Stars Weep’ is a music video that enhances the nostalgic atmosphere. Showcasing Paul‘s stripped-back performance, these visuals lean into vintage aesthetic with a grainy warmth.
This poignant track follows on from the recently featured ‘Girl with No Tattoo’ and it showcases an even softer side of his songwriting and performance style. ‘When Stars Weep’ is a beautiful addition to Nathaniel Paul‘s discography, expanding his personal and profound sonic universe.
You can also listen to ‘When Stars Weep’ in our Folk This Way playlist.
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