Song Exploder Waxahatchee - Fire
Jul 29, 2020
Katie Crutchfield, singer and songwriter from Alabama, breaks down how she made the song 'Fire'. She discusses its inspiration, the collaborative process with her producer and band members, unexpected musical elements, and crafting a tormented yet warm vibe. The episode also includes a reading of the lyrics and announcements for a new show.
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Melody Born on Road Trip
- Katie Crutchfield conceived the melody for "Fire" while saying goodbye to her family in Birmingham, Alabama.
- She held onto the melody during a long drive and recorded the first demo immediately after getting home.
Limited Skill Fuels Creativity
- Katie chose electric piano due to her limited technical knowledge, allowing melodic intuition to guide her.
- This innocence freed her from usual chord progression habits, inspiring fresh creativity.
Lyrics Inspired by Sunset Drive
- Katie wrote the first lyric line while crossing the Mississippi River at sunset, inspired by the light and personal struggles.
- Lyrics explored unconditional love and self-acceptance amid her sobriety and identity challenges.