Aislin Ward - “Twenty”

It seems that when everything is up in the air, nothing is flying more than time. With her newest single, Aislin Ward paints a picture of a young woman who finds herself lost in a world of her own creation. Ward uses several standout lyrics to emphasize the disorienting and at times discouraging nature of this stage of life, writing “I don’t miss who I used to be, I kinda wish I did.” Like most people in their early 20’s, Aislin can’t seem to get her footing in a world that won’t sit still.  “I settled into my house last week, I didn’t know time would pass me by,” writes Ward. Her lyrics perfectly capture fighting through those growing pains in real time, placing the listeners right where she wants them. 

“Twenty” by Aislin Ward is the newest entry into an ever-changing catalog of unique tracks coming out of Athens, Georgia. Written, performed, and produced by Ward, the single feels so deeply personal yet accessible and relatable. The slightly angsty lyrics are offset with undeniably smooth musical performances. A decisive breathy vocal is guided along by smooth keyboard voicings and a groove that starts in your head and moves all the way to your feet.

“Twenty” is steeped in the stylings of other Athens and Atlanta favorites like Bea Porges and Faye Webster, while establishing a sound of its own in the process. The song feels fresh and sonically progressive yet perfectly timeless, like when you know you’ve just met your best friend. Aislin Ward is now 1-for-1, and we can’t wait to see what she has in store. Perhaps I could turn off “Twenty” and play something else, but “I can’t, I won’t, I shouldn’t.” ~ MT

“Twenty” 

Written, Performed, and Produced by: Aislin Ward