Lewis Capaldi, “Pointless” | Track Review

Scottish standout Lewis Capaldi shows the utmost dedication to his significant other on his second single from his forthcoming sophomore album, “Pointless.” 

“Imake her cards on her birthday / She makes me a better man,” Lewis Capaldi sings in the first verse of “Pointless”, continuing, “I take her water when she’s thirsty / She takes me as I am.” The dedication – the love – is front and center on the Scottish musician’s second single from his sophomore album, Broken By Desire To Be Heavenly Sent, which arrives in May 2023. Clearly, Capaldi is enamored and so is she! 

As always, Lewis Capaldi showcases a beautiful vocal tone. Notably, he exhibits poise early on. Initially, the primary accompaniment is piano, though strings enter the mix as the song progresses.  Following a tenderer verse, by the chorus, Capaldi lets loose, showing the sheer power and command of his pipes.  This is to be expected, especially since the chorus is the centerpiece – tuneful, thoughtfully penned, and memorable.  

“From all my airs and graces 

To the little things I do 

Everything is pointless without you 

Of all the dreams I’m chasing 

There’s only one I choose 

Everything is pointless without you.” 

So, so sweet! Also, expectedly, there is more instrumentation in the second verse. It feels like a natural progression, not forced. Capaldi still maintains poise in the second verse, similar to the first, ascending to the next level in the soaring chorus. The bridge marks a contrast, providing sufficient separation from the rest of the song.  During this section, I love the smoothness that Capaldi exhibits during the bridge, including showcasing some falsetto. Post-bridge, Capaldi brings it back down, before temporarily powering his vocals once more. 

Final Thoughts

All in all, “Pointless” marks and enjoyable and respectable second single from Broken By Desire To Be Heavenly Sent.  It’s well performed, well-produced, and well-written.  The dedication is lit to say the least.  Is this a game changing offering from Capaldi? No, but it feels quite authentic and pleasant.  If nothing else, “Pointless” makes you aspire to achieving the love goals that Capaldi sings about.  

Lewis Capaldi • Broken By Desire To Be Heavenly Sent • Universal Music GmbH • 5.19.23 

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