Sam Stokes lets the light in on single, “Lay on Grass”
With “Lay on Grass,” Sam Stokes delivers a radiant reminder that sometimes the simplest thing you can do is stepping outside and breathing for a moment. Her newest single feels like winter is ending and the heat of spring is on the way, but in music form. From beginning to end, it’s instantly joyful without being overbearing, anthemic without forcing it, and deeply alive in the way only the best pop songs can be. By the end of our first listen, we were singing along!
Stokes has always carried a duality in her artistry, and this track leans fully into it. There is a softness at the core in her vocals, a tenderness that feels quite intimate, but it’s paired with a confident energy that’s always at the forefront. Her vocals sound better than ever here, clear and expressive, floating above the production while adding a ton of emotion into the mix. She sings with conviction, but also with warmth, as if she is both leading the charge and lying in the grass right alongside you.
Musically, the track does a lot of things but does a fantastic job of fusing atmospheric pop and subtle rock influence. The production glows, layered with bright textures and excellent backing vocals that give the chorus such a cool lift. When the lead guitar enters, it adds just enough edge to keep things dynamic, hinting at rock moments without ever taking away the song’s easy breezy feeling.
There is a distinctly mid-2010’s sense of freedom and openness baked into the track, that era when pop music embraced release and movement with open arms. “Lay on Grass” channels that spirit beautifully, really making you feel like you’re letting loose just by listening. It’s catchy in the best way, the kind of song that sneaks into your head not through gimmicks, but through genuine melody and feeling.
As a teaser for an upcoming album, the song does exactly what it should. It sets the tone, hints at what’s to come, and leaves you wanting more. Stokes sounds legitimately fearless here, unafraid to embrace joy and brightness at a time when cynicism often feels easier. The way she sings, the lightness and vibrance of the whole track, this thing is awesome to say it as forward as possible.
“Lay on Grass” is more than a seasonal anthem or a fleeting feel-good moment. Her forthcoming album is shaping up to be something special, not just cause of the catchiness, but because at the end it puts a smile on your face. So please, go ahead and click those links below to listen in, follow along, and of course to stay tuned for the latest.
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