Samm Henshaw – Troubled Ones [Single + Video]

In “Troubled Ones,” Samm Henshaw plunges into the ups and downs of pushing through one’s inner fears, under the guidance of producer Josh Grant. This track unfolds like a voyage through the heart’s machinery – a place where dreams of love meet the solid ground of life’s uncertainties.

For me, the lines, “Wish that we could fly beyond/Empty skies where stars belong/Am I handpicking fruit from a forbidden tree/Or is this meant for me,” tellingly stand out. They touch on that age-old battle between chasing what feels forbidden and wondering if it’s really part of your path. It’s as if Henshaw‘s painting a picture with his words, showing us the tug-of-war between wanting more and facing what’s in front of us.

Timi Akindele-Ajani brings this internal conflict to life in the music video, capturing Samm in a moment of solitude as the day gives way to night. It’s all done in one smooth shot that pulls back to reveal Henshaw‘s reflective state by the water’s edge, with lyrics from the song floating down around him, making you feel like you’re right there, pondering along with him.

At its core, “Troubled Ones” pulses with a rhythm that’s both unhurried and full of soul,  thanks to Josh Grant‘s knack for blending natural drums with a bass that just grooves. It’s a sound that’s all about the quiet intimacy of self-discovery, wrapped in a vibe that’s laid-back yet brimming with emotion.

Through Samm‘s singing we get a blend of tender, warm, and soul-stirring tones that carry the weight and wisdom of his journey. His delivery takes us into a space where it’s just us and our thoughts, accompanied by a voice that knows. This is him laying out the map of his inner world, marked by fears, dreams, and the search for something beyond. And with Grant‘s production giving life to Henshaw‘s reflections, we’re all encouraged to take that deep dive into our own souls, finding solace in the melodies of our own stories.

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