Deeper into the well.
Today, Kacey Musgraves released a song called “Irish Goodbye,” from the forthcoming deluxe edition of her fifth studio album released earlier this year Deeper Well titled Deeper Well: Deeper into the Well.
Written by Kacey along with album co-producers Daniel Tashian and Ian Fitchuk, the production leans heavily into the Celtic influence that can be heard throughout original album, and is only enhanced by the fact that it’s a play on the phrase “Irish goodbye.”
That term used for someone who leaves a party, or event, without saying goodbye to anyone, and it’s usually used in jest and in a lighthearted manner.
Here, Kacey flips it on its head, and the song is actually pretty sad, about the pain of being “ghosted” in a relationship and feeling like your significant other left you with no warning or proper closure:
“Was I too much, or was I a threat
To the vision you had that you hadn’t found yet?
I gave you some space ’cause I wanted to see
If I mattered enough, would you come back to me?
No face-to-face, no eye-to-eye
I thought this meant more, but I guess that’s alright
I’ll forgive your faults if you’ll forgive mine
But it’s hard to forgive your Irish goodbye”
Honestly, I think this should’ve been included on the first edition of Deeper Well, as it perfectly captures the sound she was aiming for with the project, as well as shows off the sharp and witty writing style that Kacey is so beloved for.
This is easily one of my favorites, and the melancholy nature paired with her pure and striking vocals is absolutely stunning. Additionally, I think the concept is something almost anyone can relate to, which makes it a really strong single from this new batch of music:
“Irish Goodbye”
The deluxe Deeper Well: Deeper into the Well will include seven new songs (bringing the tracklist to 21 in total), with two having features from Leon Bridges and Tiny Habits on “Superbloom” and “Perfection,” respectively.
It’s due out everywhere on August 2nd.
Deeper Well: Deeper into the Well tracklist:
1. “Cardinal”
2. “Deeper Well”
3. “Too Good To Be True”
4. “Moving Out”
5. “Giver/Taker”
6. “Sway”
7. “Dinner With Friends”
8. “Heart Of The Woods”
9. “Jade Green”
10. “The Architect”
11. “Lonely Millionaire”
12. “Heaven Is”
13. “Anime Eyes”
14. “Nothing To Be Scared Of”
15 “Ruthless”
16. “Little Sister”
17. “Flower Child”
18. “Superbloom” (Feat. Leon Bridges)
19. “Perfection” (Feat. Tiny Habits)
20. “Arm’s Length”
21. “Irish Goodbye”
And for a little bit more of that Celtic flavor, check out “Jade Green”:
