Listening Now : Ryan Christopher Parks – Somethings You’ve Got to Go Through Alone

Ryan Christopher Parks’ Somethings You’ve Got to Go Through Alone is the lead single from his recently released EP Billy Goat Acres and Other Words I Know How to Spell. The track explores themes of personal struggle and self-reliance, inspired by his grandfather’s migration during the Great Depression and the desolation of California’s San Joaquin Valley. Parks reflects on how, despite the support of friends and family, some challenges are solitary.

With its introspective lyrics and a highly addictive, laid-back, acoustic-driven sound, the song offers a dose of heavy optimism, encouraging listeners to face their unique hardships with resilience.