Stanisland Magazine

Fresh neo-soul music from Carrie Baxter seeks to unpack a relatable situation

It does what the title says. Carrie Baxter’s refreshingly calming ballad Under My Skin, is a spirit churning rhythm blended with the ethereal soundscapes of different genres.

“Under My Skin” Review and Verdict

And that leads us to the premise of the track — a narrative woven into the situation of being projected mixed signals and learning to leave your old self behind. Baxter explains:

“I think the song speaks for itself through its lyrics. What I know for sure is that it marked a turning point for me as a woman, a song written from a place of growing self-worth and value.”

The lyrics allude to a complex berth of tallying romantic ideas, and the anticipation of what relationships can bring.

“The lesson that came with this person was something I didn’t want to face, but I knew I had to. And there was no better way to process it than through my music.”

Boosted by a palatable chassis of instruments, the singer’s vocals add to its cornerstone, of a song bathed in experience and soulful reminders.