It’s not easy to write a great love song, but Atlanta singer/songwriter and guitarist Parker Smith has nailed it in his latest single, “Anna Lee”, which is due to be released this Thursday. We are thrilled today to have the first listen of this wonderful track.
There’s a treasure trove of great songs that track heartbreak and sadness, but it seems to be much more difficult to put together a song which celebrates love without it sounding saccharine sweet. In “Anna Lee”, Parker has found just the right balance.
The vocal delivery is imbued with honesty whilst carrying an upbeat joyfullness. With a sweet blend of electric and acoustic guitars, and keys that dance and keep it gently playful, “Anna Lee” is a shining example of how to convey devotion just right.
About the track, Parker told the AU: “Anna Lee” was written early on during the pandemic, and my wife and I were both struggling in different …