Joshua Morris‘s voice resonates with the soulful echoes of the American spirit in his latest track, Looking In Your Eyes, from the album It’s Ain’t Easy. It offers listeners a poignant exploration of love, distance, and the enduring bond between individuals.
Hailing from Missouri, Morris’s origins shine through in the emotional depth of his melodies. He once shared, “I’m a musician because music is the only thing in this wild world that has ever made any sense to me.” This feeling is evident in his song, Looking In Your Eyes. Deeply rooted in folk tradition, it tells a story of longing, hope, and the unwavering connection between two souls separated by distance.
Darling as I look across the sky
I can see the northern star is shining
It’s like I’m looking in your eyes
And though it’s colder than I would like for it to be
Well my thoughts they keep me warm
Pretending the wind is you holding me
Morris sketches a clear image of desire and remembrance. The visuals of a welcoming gate, an illuminated porch light, and the comfort of a family dinner lay the foundation for a tale of separation and aspiration. The verses, laden with sentiment, transport listeners into the realm of nostalgia.
The instrumental accompaniments, highlighted by Gary Morse’s adept guitar work and the touching violin, evoke memories of classic Western soundscapes. The percussion lends depth, anchoring the melody with a beat that resonates with the audience’s heart. When Zoe May’s heartfelt harmonies enter, the track evolves into a symphony of hearts communicating over immense spaces.
What distinguishes Morris’s compositions is his conviction in music’s role as a binding element. He perceives music as “a connection people can share with each other,” a thought that holds significant weight in our current polarised era. Looking In Your Eyes encapsulates this notion, nudging listeners to recall the universal sentiments of affection, aspiration, and optimism.
It Aint’ Easy, released in January 2023, is set to be an odyssey through the vast range of feelings that characterise our lives. If Looking In Your Eyes is a hint, audiences are set for a delightful experience.
In Looking In Your Eyes, Joshua Morris has crafted a heartfelt song that speaks to the soul. It reminds us of the power of love, the pain of distance, and the eternal hope that love will find its way back home.