Lacey, Washington artist Ricky Earlywine steps firmly into his own spotlight with “move like this,” a sleek independent pop-R&B single that doubles as a technical showcase and a personal turning point. Built entirely in his bedroom studio, the track reflects Earlywine’s deep vocal training and theatrical background while channeling the modern R&B finesse of influences like Tori Kelly, Rihanna, and Kehlani. But the song marks what Earlywine calls a “resurrection” phase after a life-altering ICU recovery, turning survival into creative momentum. This brings disciplined vocal technique with the soul of someone who’s had to rebuild their voice—and their perspective—from the ground up.
“move like this” pulls listeners in with a low, immersive groove. Deep bass pulses through the mix while soft, steady beats create a laid-back but confident rhythm. It’s a smooth, minimal, and spacious modern R&B atmosphere, packed with subtle detail. Right away, Earlywine’s layered vocals start doing the heavy lifting. One vocal line arrives raw and upfront, bearing the lyrics’ direct emotion, while another floats softly behind it, tender and soulful.
Earlywine uses that layered approach to underline the reset. As he sings about clearing mental noise, cutting ties, and stepping into a “fresh start, clean slate,” his delivery glides between controlled runs and confident rhythmic phrasing. It’s smug as heck because he goes, “I move like this / I move like that,” turning the hook into a declaration of independence.
As the track unfolds, the vocal production becomes its secret weapon. Harmonies stack up, echoing his choir training and theatrical projection. Still, the song stays deliberate and precise, with each vocal choice adding another shade of emotion.
“move like this” stamps forward motion. For Ricky Earlywine, moving like this clearly means moving forward with purpose, confidence, and a voice fully reclaimed. Check it out on Spotify.
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Review by: Naomi Joan