Lee Smythe is an Indie songwriter who writes unlike any other artist today. A sort of twee/classic American artist that seamlessly mixes the genres of swing, folk, and rock into a catchy pop package. He’s an eccentric multi-instrumentalist and musical renaissance man with a never-ending mania for songwriting, guitar repair, and general mischief; he credits Harry Nilsson, Roger Miller, and Syd Barrett as his primary influences, citing “There is no sane reason to keep living, so I have to rely on the crazy ones to keep me going.”
Smythe’s new single, “Do It Again,” captures the reflection usually reserved for therapy sessions. The vulnerable waltz features lighthearted melodies that bounce against each other with light beams. At the same time, the lyrics tell a much darker tale, giving the song the same juxtaposition that makes a bouquet of contrasting flowers look so appealing. The piano-driven ballad airs on the side of simplicity, allowing the minimal elements to paint a vivid picture so palpable it’s almost interactive. Smythe writes with a heart full of empathy, allowing his perspective to mingle with his experiences only to emerge with touching poetry. With an infectious hook and essential message, “Do It Again” marches into your heart, and it doesn’t plan on leaving. Smythe’s approach to songwriting is as pure as it sounds as the artist tackles jangly folk-pop with sincerity and prowess.
“There’s that thing people say, ‘If I could do it all over again, I wouldn’t change a thing,” I say fuck that, what if you’re doing life for murder,” explains Smythe. “‘Do It Again’ is a song about reflecting on your choices and being honest about your feelings.”
