Andrew Stonehome’s latest single, “Then You Fly,” is a deeply personal and beautifully crafted song that feels both timeless and relevant.
The song is written as a letter to his inner child, and it unpacks the complicated process of facing old wounds and re-discovering a part of himself that he’d hidden away for years. It is as much about healing as it is about courage, and the strength that is found in confronting what scares us the most.
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“Then You Fly” leans into Stonehome’s love for retro pop-rock, but there’s a modern sensitivity woven into the arrangement that makes it feel fresh. The warmth of the instrumentation, with guitars, piano, and his subtle yet evocative rhythm section, creates a lush backdrop for the introspective lyrics.
Recorded partly at Vinegar Hills Studios in Brooklyn and partly in his 104-year-old Oregon home, the “Then You Fly” feels lived-in, and its production reflects Stonehome’s skill for blending together technical expertise with emotional honesty.
The real magic, though, lies in the song’s climactic ending; the choir in the song is made up of 50 layered vocal parts recorded individually, and it swells to create a stunning, gospel-inspired finale. This is a moment that feels almost cinematic and it’s followed by the refrain “I’m coming home,” which takes on a life of its own here. It’s a kind of declaration of self-acceptance, of returning to who you were always meant to be.
Stonehome’s vocals are the emotional anchor, raw and resonant. There’s a fragility in his voice that makes the journey feel real, but also a quiet strength that suggests he’s not just singing about healing – he’s really living it.
The song’s message came full circle for Stonehome when he heard someone describe self-compassion as “coming home.” That realization, he says, made everything click, and you can feel it in the way the refrain lands like a truth he’s only just learned to say out loud.
Andrew Stonehome is a songwriter, singer, and multi-instrumentalist based in Beaverton, Oregon.
He is known for his retro pop-rock sensibilities as well as rich storytelling. Andrew produces much of his work in his 104 year old home studio, blending technical precision with an authentic artistry.
“Then You Fly” is his latest release, offering us a powerful glimpse into his journey of self-discovery. Not just because of its memorable melodies or its rich production, but because of the honesty at its center.
Keep up to date with Andrew Stonehome on his Website.
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