Hey, music lovers! Guess what? I’ve stumbled upon this absolute gem of an artist you HAVE to check out. His name is Luchi, and let me tell you, he’s setting the bar sky-high with his latest track, “Things He Handed Down.” It’s this crazy-good blend of pop, soul, and R&B. It’s what I would imagine the voice of Usher and Adele’s baby would sound like. 🙂
Now, you know I’m a sucker for a good piano song, and this track delivers just that. The inspirational piano opening, backed up by this gorgeous cello, gives you all the feels before you even hear Luchi’s vocals. And let me tell you about this guy’s voice—it’s out-of-this-world powerful! It’s this beautiful contradiction—like, how can something be so commanding and yet so soothing at the same time? It’s magic, people!
But it’s not all about the vocals. As the song develops, you’re swept up by these beautiful strings that elevate the whole thing to another level. Then, boom! The drums kick in, and you’re riding this cool pop-rock wave that just feels so right.
And the chorus—oh man, the chorus. This isn’t your run-of-the-mill, easy-breezy chorus. This is an epic, soul-stirring, all-the-feels kind of chorus. The harmonies are bright, and there’s this intricate chord progression that just shows you how crazy talented this Luchi dude is. And the best part? The song wraps up with this killer line that’ll have you staring into your mirror, feeling all introspective: “I look myself in the mirror and find, I see your reflection staring back at me.” Seriously, someone needs to use this as a film soundtrack ASAP!
Luchi’s not some overnight sensation. This guy’s been perfecting his craft since he was 13, writing songs in his bedroom. Fast-forward to today, and he’s been mentored by industry biggies like Ne-Yo, Charlie XCX, and Stargate. Plus, he’s got a bunch of top 10 hits on the iTunes Singer/Songwriter Charts. How cool is that?
But here’s what makes “Things He Handed Down” really special: it’s super personal for Luchi. He’s singing about some heavy stuff, like generational abuse and trauma, and you can just feel the raw emotion coming through in every note. It’s like he’s sharing a piece of his soul with us, and that’s the kind of music that really hits home.
All in all, Luchi’s “Things He Handed Down” is a musical experience you don’t want to miss. It’s one of those songs that reminds you of the power of music to heal, to move, and to inspire. So, do yourself a favor and give it a listen. Trust me, your ears will thank you!
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/luchi.music/?hl=en
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/4b2BWZDLPeoLNVYnDWyh0l?si=EWF7h7eFRHOEzl8PUKCPPw
Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/album/things-he-handed-down/1690598262?i=1690598447
Guest Review by John Pinkerton
