New York-based singer-songwriter Camryn Quinlan shares her vibrant and commercially minded second single, ‘Light of Day’, released ahead of her highly anticipated debut EP, If We’re Being Honest.
Despite her young age, the 17-year-old artist has built a substantial following (215k on Instagram and 46k on TikTok), steadily gaining recognition with live performances across her New York. Produced by longterm collaborator Baldvin Hlynsson, ‘Light of Day’ unfolds with a reflective, soulful introduction, pairing Camryn’s smooth, honeyed vocals with simple acoustic guitar strums. The track builds steadily, with Hlynsson’s layered production adding warmth and depth through bluesy piano chords, lush bass lines, and a swelling chorus of vocal harmonies that enhance Camryn’s emotionally lead voice.
These intricate musical elements transform the track’s soundscape from intimate to uplifting and cinematic, culminating in a chorus that feels both personal and universally relatable.
Camryn’s lyricism shines as she weaves an introspective, relatable narrative. Speaking on the meaning behind ‘Light of Day,’ Camryn shares, “It’s about finding someone that makes your life better just by coming into it. It’s a song that lets you appreciate a special person that changes the day-to-day life for you and makes the darkness you face a little easier.”
Set to release in 2025, If We’re Being Honest is poised to deliver a collection of songs that further explore Camryn’s intimate and introspective songwriting. Drawing influences from artists like Taylor Swift, Kacey Musgraves, and Chappell Roan, her music combines lyrical vulnerability with a warm, polished sound, hinting at a versatility that goes beyond her years. With past performances at notable venues such as Rockwood Music Hall and BMI Showcase, Camryn is making waves on the New York music scene. As she releases her first studio-recorded tracks, her star continues to rise, solidifying her as an exciting new artists to watch.
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