E.G. Phillips is one of those rare songwriters with the talent of writing songs that takes you on a journey and The Light You Reflect is proof of his unmatched talent. It’s the recent single from his upcoming EP “The Light You Carry” and from the first few notes, it becomes clear that this is not just another folk song, it’s a beautiful music with unique instrumentation.
Philips doesn’t just sing, he tells stories through his songs, like a jazz or folk singer from another time. There’s just something theatrical about how he performs, like he’s letting you in on a secret or sharing a deep connection with you. It’s such a character filled voice and real.
It doesn’t matter whether you’re a fan of E.G Philips or if you’re just discovering his music, this track is special. It’s poetic, mystical and encapsulates feelings. The Light you reflect is a song about being seen, truly seen for who you really are. It explores what happens when others catch a glimpse of our most honest and true selves.
This song was inspired by ancient myths like the Greek story of Artemis and Actaeon and the French tales of Mesuline (both about women who react strongly to being seen in their most vulnerable state). Philip uses these old stories to ask a modern question; If goddesses can’t stand being truly seen, what chances do the rest of us have?
This perspective reveals the song’s emotional depth about privacy, vulnerability and how difficult it can be to be open in a world that’s always watching. At the same time, it’s also about connection and how we reflect in our various ways. Musically, “This Light You Reflect” perfectly blends Folk and Classic music.
Produced by Grammy Award winner, Nahuel Bronzini and Felipe Ubeda, this piece demands attentive listening – a slow burner that lingers long after its final note has faded. Everything about the song feels carefully thought out.
There’s a gentle acoustic guitar, soft piano and warm upright bass that builds a quiet but powerful foundation. The piano played by Omree Gal-Oz, dances across the melody like sunlight reflecting off water. During one especially beautiful section in the middle, the instruments take over completely, it’s absolutely mesmerizing. The music is emotionally warm yet emphasizes the beauty of a classical piece.
If you’re tired of listening to Music that sounds the same and you miss songs that make you feel or if you just want something beautiful to get lost in for a few minutes, then The Light You Reflect is the song for you. Nothing loud, nothing flashy just something that rewards you for listening. It makes you slow down, breathe and think about what it means to be human, vulnerable and to connect with others.
The Light You Reflect is plain beautiful and every instrument, note and every word feels carefully placed. You just don’t want the music to stop so you listen to it all over again after it ends.
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