Known for his role as frontman of Broken Records, Jamie Sutherland unveils a new chapter in his solo career with “Some Things Hurt a Little More,” a poignant single from his upcoming album The World As It Used to Be.
“Some Things Hurt a Little More” offers a reflective contrast to his previous single, “Start Again”. It captures a sense of weary resignation that resonates with the passage of time. The song’s understated arrangement, featuring delicately fingerpicked guitar chords, establishes a melancholic yet intimate atmosphere. Jamie’’s lyricism channels an older, more contemplative perspective on love and loss that echoes that of Joni Mitchell’s Clouds.
Jamie’s songwriting is steeped in a tradition of introspective folk, drawing from his early influences like Bob Dylan and Leonard Cohen. This track, in particular, reflects a matured understanding of life’s complexities, moving beyond black-and-white narratives to embrace the nuanced realities of ageing and loneliness. The lyrics capture the bittersweet acknowledgment of an old love that’s slipped away, framed by the quiet emptiness of solitude.
“Some Things Hurt a Little More” shows Jamie Sutherland’s ability to blend heartfelt lyricism with a timeless folk sound.
