"Good On Paper", the latest single by Christine Irizarry, is a breath of fresh air in a culture that’s obsessed with looking perfect. With soulful vocals that exude openness and strength in equal measure, the song is an indie pop/rock anthem for anyone navigating the space between external expectations and internal chaos.
It’s that driving rhythm from the first beat on, and the way it just pulls you right in that sets you up for a pulse that matches its incessant drive to look perfect, while everything underneath is wobbling. Irizarry’s lyrics are razor-sharp and relatable, sketching out a picture of modern life that feels intensely specific to him but universally recognizable. She’s not simply a singer, she’s an actress, using her own story and those of the people around her to transform ordinary turmoil into a soundtrack that connects.
What sets "Good On Paper" apart is its potential for enablement versus its authenticity. Christine’s voice rises over rich instrumentals, bringing an attitude of defiance to keep that sense of sincerity in check. Every note seems considered, every lyric earned, and together they make listeners feel both seen and spurred on. There’s a kind of rare courage in owning up to being imperfect, and Irizarry wears it quite openly, transforming openness into an anthem.
For anyone out there juggling too much, trying to be this all-purpose everything with a smile on our face that won’t crack, for those of you looking back, head full of questions, or forward wanton wondering what we’re supposed to be like, "Good On Paper" is a mirror, yeah. Christine Irizarry still demonstrates that she’s a storyteller at heart, delivering music that not only entertains but also heals and empowers.