Sydney Sprague returns with a breezy new single, "I tried my best," featuring the incomparable Kevin Devine. A sincere meditation on anxiety, existential dread, and the forever-elusive notion of control, the track flits effortlessly between breezy rock textures and gut-punch honesty, further confirming Sprague's status as one of indie rock's most magnetic voices.
"I tried my best" shuffles in with Sprague's soft but confident vocals, faintly floating over sun-drenched guitar riffs and a mellow, pounding groove. There's an aching sincerity in her ragged, best effort as she wrestles with the world's weight, struggling with uncertainty and the haunting realization that perhaps she's been taking life's moments for granted. But rather than succumbing, she arrives at a conclusion that's as liberating as it is bittersweet. "Nobody cares what's in your head. Grab at the string, pull at the end. Doing the best that I can."
Enter Kevin Devine, whose unmistakable rasp and emotive presence make a great counterpoint in the second verse. His delivery lends a raw urgency, enhancing the "I tried my best" confessional spirit while fitting snugly into Sprague's universe.
With "I Tried My Best," Sprague and Devine create an intimate and anthemic track, a cathartic release laced with luminous melodies and raw, human vulnerability. "I tried my best" is for anyone who has felt overwhelmed but marched on regardless. And honestly? That's all any of us can do.