I don’t often stray from UK shores to write about songs from across the pond. So it shows how much I value the music of Samantha Ebert to do so on this occasion. Her latest track, ‘No One Knows’, is just as striking as the first time I came across her. ‘Overthinking‘ was a song that spoke deep into my heart. There are flecks of the same feelings here too. And though I cannot relate as directly, the lyrics still hit powerfully enough to cause my emotions to rumble. They do so in part because of the delicacy of Samantha‘s delivery. Vulnerability at its most beautiful. When coupled with honesty, one cannot help but be touched in some way by her situation and circumstance.
“cancelling plans / when I need people most… / and I don’t get outside much / because the sunlight hurts my eyes”
She entwines such lines with a faith in Jesus that is delightfully subtle. A mark of authenticity that leaves the listener, whatever their own belief, with assurance in empathy. The central tenet of the biblical verse on which Ebert bases this song. It invites connection and comfort. A skill that she possesses and utilises to great effect within her music. I think this is why ‘No One Knows’ strikes such a chord, and finds her as the exception to my rule.
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