Fellow Camper - “Left To Go”
Canadian indie folk act Fellow Camper have just released the gorgeously delicate “Left To Go,” a beautifully crafted song, built on tranquil and inviting layers.
Mellow, fingerpicked acoustic guitar forms the track’s foundation. The notes weave softly, creating a peaceful and reflective mood. Textures are thoughtfully added as the arrangement develops, allowing the dynamics to grow. Warm, sustaining chords from a piano embrace the acoustic guitar as rich, wailing lap steel begins to exude melancholic tones. These layers become more prominent towards the song’s conclusion, heightening the emotional depth of the contemplative lyrics.
The vocals on “Left To Go” are what really makes this song a delight to hear. The two voices radiate a soft and sweet sense of tenderness. For us, this lovely tune is held together by the soothing harmonic layer that is created by the soft deliveries. The lyrical meaning of “Left To Go” is inspired by post-apocalyptic dystopian literature, such as Emily St. John Mandel’s 2014 novel, Station Eleven, and the desire to flee the pressures of modern life.
Fellow Camper adds: “It can be a lot of fun and really rewarding to borrow ideas and themes from other works of art and create something new from them. Station Eleven is a pretty well-known work, especially when it became a miniseries in 2021, so it’s not exactly off the beaten path, but as Canadian artists we love shining a light on other Canadian artists and works of art.”
“Left To Go,” by Fellow Camper, is a tranquil and inviting track that is rich is mellow textures and gorgeous harmonies.