Irish singer-songwriter Harry Hudson Taylor returns with “Dear You, It’s Me,” a soul-baring spoken-word offering alongside the accompanying video that marks an invitation into a rare moment of stillness. Where past releases have leaned into his signature harmony-laced folk-pop, this latest piece feels like a journal cracked open, raw, tender, and unapologetically human.
Best known for his work as one half of folk-pop duo Hudson Taylor, Harry’s solo direction continues to evolve and this release marks his most experimental yet. Built around a subtle instrumental loop and grounded by raw vocal delivery, the track avoids theatrics, instead offering something measured and intentional. There’s a restraint to the production that lets the words sit front and centre, with each line delivered like a personal reflection rather than a performance.
Originally written as a journal entry, “Dear You, It’s Me” translates as both intimate and accessible. The musical backdrop is minimal but effective with soft keys and ambient pads, whilst lo-fi atmospheres create a sonic space that feels reflective without being overly sentimental.
On the new single, Harry says: “I wrote this as a diary entry during a break at the café where I was working. I was writing along to the instrumental hip-hop beats my boss always had playing. It started as something I needed to hear – a quiet conversation with myself. I figured, if I needed it, maybe someone else might too. That’s why I’ve included the instrumental version as well — something grounding and spacious. I like the idea that it can hold people without words, just as it did for me.”
The accompanying short film, shot around Berlin, adds a quiet visual layer to the track’s introspective tone without distracting from its simplicity. The inclusion of an instrumental version also speaks to the track’s functionality; it’s as much about mood and space as it is about message.
While this is a one-off format shift, it suggests an artist unafraid to pause and experiment with more melodic work. “Dear You, It’s Me” isn’t trying to be a single in the traditional sense, but lands as a thoughtful interlude in a growing body of work defined by its honesty.
Harry Hudson Taylor – “Dear You, It’s Me” is out now, along with the video and instrumental; stream here
