From Big Time Rush to collaborating with Hillary Duff, Kendall Schmidt is now carving out his own solo career with a much more intimate sound than his previous projects. ‘Good Love’ is the continued evolution of his new era, which is personal and stripped back; a reflection of his newfound fatherhood and how love transcends all.
This release embraces simplicity with only simple drums and a guitar and a focus on meaning within the lyrics. The personal nature of his writing can be seen in moments like “there must be something wrong with me”, delving into the tricky parts of love and how it can fundamentally change you for the better or worse. It’s vulnerable, emotional and a perfect representation of uncomplicated love. His honesty within his writing is proof of this; he’s drawing from his personal experience, and it is coming through in the overall sound of the single.
Schmidt’s growing solo catalogue has created a clear commitment to a softer and more impassioned sound after the release of ‘Any Less’ just three months before. His growing discography is one to keep your eye on; maybe his next love song will be one that you can relate to. Rather than relishing in his past pop stardom, it appears that Schmidt is more interested in a personal documentation of where life has led him from that path. ‘Good Love’ is proof that honest and true love songs are always the most compelling.
Chloe Tiffin-Gearing
Image: ‘Good Love’ Official Single Cover