Birds are Better’s single “Seven in the Morning” is a beautiful blend of folk pop and ambient sounds that captures the pain of losing someone close. With a sound that draws inspiration from classic duos like Simon & Garfunkel, and adds a touch of contemporary flair, this track is an emotional ride. The gentle strumming of the acoustic guitar sets the scene, while the dreamy atmospheric arrangement and soothing harmonised vocals add a haunting quality to the song.
The lyrics speak to the heartache of letting go, capturing the feeling of wanting to hold on to what is lost. With a chorus that’s especially poignant, with the phrase “I’ll be there to pick you up at seven in the morning“, is particularly endearing for anyone who doesn’t want to let go. The way the arrangement builds from minute and a half mark is truly exemplary, a crescendo that gives it a cinematic feeling.
It’s quaint and hopeful in a sombre way.