"Letting Go" by Velvet Skies

“Letting Go” is a haunting, emotionally raw ballad that lingers long after the final chord. Velvet Skies, known for their atmospheric soundscapes and introspective themes, pairs beautifully here with the poignant lyricism of Samuel E Burns. The result is a song that feels both deeply personal and universally relatable.
The lyrics navigate the quiet devastation of unrequited love—not in explosive heartbreak, but in the soft unraveling of something that was never truly mutual. Burns masterfully captures the slow disintegration of connection through recurring motifs of silence, memory, and emotional distance. Lines like “We're just fading echoes, a door we cannot close” serve as the heart of the song, expressing a sense of finality that is more mournful than angry.
Musically, Velvet Skies supports the lyrics with restrained instrumentation, likely relying on ambient tones, gentle acoustic elements, and echo-laden vocals to mirror the song’s title and emotional weight. The repetition of the chorus reinforces the inescapable loop of trying to understand a love that never fully existed—its structure echoing the cyclic nature of unresolved heartbreak.
What makes “Letting Go” especially compelling is its vulnerability. It doesn’t offer resolution so much as resignation. The final lines—“I’m letting go… I’m letting go…”—don’t feel triumphant, but necessary. It’s closure by way of surrender, not victory.
This song will resonate with anyone who’s ever held on too long to someone who was already letting go. Quietly devastating and beautifully written, “Letting Go” is a standout piece in Velvet Skies’ discography and a testament to Samuel E Burns’ lyrical sensitivity.