Americana Alternative Country singer-songwriter Jeremy Parsons released his latest single, “The Garden,” as a means of forming a connection between gardening and mental well-being. Released this August 30, the song takes you on a soothing introspective ride to a correlation between nature and self.
“The Garden” opens with a laid-back atmosphere while centring on the gentle acoustic guitar picking and a slow, steady beat. Parsons emerges and picks up the mood with his high and raspy voice that perfectly complements the song’s relaxed and hypnotic vibe. His twangy delivery adds an authentic Americana feel, drawing the listener into the sun-drenched imagery of a flourishing garden.
“The Garden” comes from Parsons’ memories of working alongside his father, who was a horticulturist. The song reflects on how tending to a garden can mirror the act of nurturing one’s own mental well-being.
The lyrics are particularly poignant, using the metaphor of the garden to explore themes of personal growth, self-care, and the cyclical nature of life. Lines like “Yeah, tell me what’s growing there in your garden/ Does it wither when you’re feeling blue” invite listeners to reflect on the state of their own “gardens,” i.e., their mental and emotional health.
Jeremy Parsons, also the 2024 New Music Award winner for Country Breakthrough Artist of the Year, shows us we are more than mere machines and require much tending with this relaxing piece of music. Check out “The Garden” on Spotify.
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Review by: Naomi Joan