Kelly Clarkson, mine | Track Review 🎵

Grammy-winning pop superstar Kelly Clarkson makes a capable return with “mine,” the emotional promo single from her tenth album, chemistry.

“Can’t believe I let you in, I can’t believe I stayed / As long as I stayed…” Ah, those matters of the heart are on full display on 🎵 “mine”.  “Mine” marks the promo single from 💿 chemistry, the tenth album by 🏆 Grammy-winning pop superstar (and talk show host), 🎙 Kelly Clarkson. On “mine,” Clarkson reflects post-relationship, seeking to heal from the pain (“And now I second guess my thoughts every step I take / I’m losin’ hope in love and I’ve lost all in faith”).  She penned this intriguing record alongside 🎼 ✍ 🎛 Erick Serna, and Jesse Shatkin who also produce.

“Mine” commences abruptly without an intro – Kelly gets right into it. As always, her vocals are absolutely radiant.  Furthermore, Clarkson has a tuneful melody to work with. The centerpiece is undoubtedly the powerful chorus, which features a fabulous vocal arrangement and production.  Notably, during the chorus, we get a clever reference to Eternal sunshine of the spotless mind:

“Go ahead and break my heart, that’s fine (So unkind)

Eternal sunshine of the spotless mind (Oh, love is blind)

Why am I missin’ you tonight? (Was it all a lie?)

Someone’s gonna show you how a heart can be used

Like you did mine.”

Epic! Expectedly, the second verse features more production – an intentionally more developed sound.  Perhaps more interesting is the bridge, which features a unique change of pace and unexpected increase in tempo.  Clarkson asserts, “And you keep talkin’, it’ll come back, karma / Is the truth, I don’t make you look bad, you do, darlin’ / Sabotage, your choice of art / Who the hell do you think you are.” Ooh-wee!

Final Thoughts 💭

Three words: Kelly is back!  She gets emotional on 🎵 “mine” as she reflects on divorce and moves forward.  It’s authentic, heartfelt, and quite enjoyable.  Lots to heart about this record, period.

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🎙 Kelly Clarkson • 💿 chemistry • 🏷 Kelly Clarkson / Atlantic • 🗓 6.23.23

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