Her official website states that her first single, My Mind is about the loss of her mother. Fewer quarter notes in the low voices and more expressive gestures would take this already good arrangement and performance to the next level. Her music is raw, authentic and her lyrics are heartfelt. Soloist Gill uses volume and articulation to take us on an expressive journey, but the background singers feel muted and rigid rather than free to sing with the fluid dynamics and tempo necessary for this ballad. I miss the small swells and especially the forward motion on long tones involved in creating My Mind's arc. However, the track rests too comfortably at a middle volume and an almost plodding tempo. Encore sounds best when supporting the soloist lyrically with large harmonic stacks, and arranger Patrick Dunnevant supplies many of these moments to showcase the ensemble. However, at times their diction, particularly on syllables that close to "m", could use more depth to fully resonate in their vocal chambers. Sheet music arranged for Piano/Vocal/Chords, and Singer Pro in F Minor (transposable). Although the post-production is audible, the singers' aligned vowels and chromatic harmonies cannot be manufactured. Print and download My Mind sheet music by YEBBA. Verse 1: Sam Smith & YEBBA I see you in the morning, feel your fingers in my hair Sometimes I still pretend youre there It hits me without warning. This ensemble's strength lies in its blend and tuning. Gill skillfully maneuvers between timbres and shades of color to accentuate the lyrics and the narrative arc. The control in both head and belting upper registers especially impresses. Encore, a high school group at Ensworth School in Nashville, Tennessee, produces a version of My Mind by YEBBA that is highly polished, perhaps slightly too much.Ĭorrina Gill shines on this solo feature, singing with technique and expression beyond most high schoolers' years. Simple, understated lyrics with a gorgeous guitar melody that could make you cry.
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