Blackburn-born musician Charlotte OC has graced our pages from as early as 2013, and we’re still as obsessed all these years later with her distinctive sound.
‘Start of Summer’ is the acclaimed artist’s shimmering new single and blends power pop with indie and soul. Lyrically, the track serves as an emotional ode to the singer’s late father, with deeply personal and thoughtful lyrics.
“This song is about the ever-present longing I have for my father. He absolutely loved being in the sun and being as tanned as humanly possible. Whenever I picture him, he’s in the garden, covered in factor 15, with a glass of whiskey by his feet and a border collie by his side.”
“I wanted the song to carry a sense of optimism, because that’s how he always was when summer was around the corner, knowing that tan would soon be his again. It felt important to hold onto that lightness alongside everything else. It’s about not knowing what to do with all the love you still have for someone. Not knowing how to handle grief, and finding yourself replaying conversations that will forever feel unfinished.”
The track follows on from the artist’s ‘Seriously Love, Go Home’ EP, which was met with widespread praise from fans and critics alike.
Charlotte OC | Ones To Watch Playlist