‘Maid of Honor’ by Brett Landin review
- Gary @ BootsofUK
- 6. mars
- 4 min lesing
Brett Landin is, New York City based artist and singer/ songwriter, channeling her powerhouse vocals, sharp lyricism and unmistakable authenticity into a Country-Americana sound.
Blending neo-country with pop, rock, and folk influences, her sound pairs emotional depth with warmth, anchored by the kind of storytelling that feels both intimate and cinematic.
Her voice draws comparison to Carly Pearce, Ashley McBryde, and Kacey Musgraves to name but a few.
“This is a really special song and I feel so passionately about the song being the next release of this upcoming EP… It’s a really personal one about friendship shifts in your twenties, and it means a lot to me.”
“18
years together
A bond I thought could never end
And we promised
Each other
We would always be best friends.”
Starting to the tune of “here comes the bride” the song has a relaxed, mellow and nostalgic feel to it. The lyrics start and detail the timeframe of the friendship, whilst also questioning the longevity of true friendship “a bond I thought could never end”. It is of course unfortunate that life inevitably gets in the way, and what was once a tight knit bond, now feels so distant, irrespective of any promises or pacts formed.
“But college made talking less often and now it’s like we’re miles away
And I met this guy
He’s just my type
I don’t know how to say.”
Again referencing the clear chronology of this timeline, it references a slow separation through schooling, particularly college years. It is however not surprising around this time as this is generally where we consider ourselves adults, and start forming not only our own minds but also forging career paths; unfortunately not all aspirations align even with a best friend, or a lover. The pre-chorus also speaks of the talk and validation often sought from a best friend or wing man/ woman.
“(that) I’m so afraid that on my wedding day
I won’t have someone to hold my bouquet
To give a toast and reminisce
Of all the stories when we were kids
The memories we used to share
I’d always thought you’d stand right there
When I get up to the altar
Will I have my maid of honor?”
The chorus depicts concern and anxiety about being able to picture who the “Maid of Honor” will be, particularly as the bond referenced has become distant, possibly fractured. The lyrics give a somewhat alternative perspective of thoughts on a wedding day, as usually it’d be focused between the bride and groom, and whether they’d turn up.
Whilst there’s concern about who will be left holding the bouquet, in this instance it could also be considered a metaphor for their hand, it also speaks about a legacy of good luck and fortune, something you’d expect to be passed on with a tight friendship.
“I saw
Your mom
She told me that you got engaged
And I wonder
If your dress
Looks like the one we’d make
Out of tissues, we’d use, tape and pillow cases to make a gown
And I’m wondering if you’re even thinking bout that now.”
The next verse details how distant you can become from a once best friend and finding out information second hand, information that you’d have once been first to hear. It also pours over memories of playing together making makeshift wedding dresses, playing out the dream that we’re all looking forward to our wedding day and plan for it from an early age.
This can be related to an ordinary friendship whereby you might get wind of information about a crush or another friend second hand, whilst also having memories of how you’d plan and prepare for future landmark milestones.
The song returns to the chorus, almost reminding us that regardless of who we’re in love with, that special close bond formed with friends can often be more significant than we think. Whilst we may no longer gravitate in the same social circles, they are still very much an important part in our story, and in how our life has formed.
“I was there for your
First kiss
First date
First heartbreak
And
Now I’m
Gonna miss
Your first dance
with your new last name.”
The bridge then continues to list all of the milestones that you’ve witnessed together and subsequently the ones that’ll be missed too. Having a best friend there for you following your “first kiss, first date and first heartbreak” can make all the difference. They often act as an external filter as we can be in a spin, caught up in the occasion and not able to think straight. Whilst a friendship may not be official like marriage is, it can often feel like it’s setting us up for the real thing. The change in last name is perhaps the final straw and will alter the context to our memories, no longer being able to refer to them as their maiden name without having to make direct reference to being pre-marriage.
The song returns once more to the chorus before concluding.
“Maid of Honor” is out now and available on all your usual music streaming platforms. Make sure to check out Brett’s social media and website - https://brettlandin.com/ for details of new projects, gigs and maybe an exciting tour!
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