Casey James released his latest single, “Fall Apart,” today, and we’re incredibly excited that he’s finally back – and with a bang.
Written by Will Bowen and Kingston (Josh and Zach Carter), “Fall Apart” is James’ first single since “The Good Life” in 2013, and follows up on successes such as “Crying on a Suitcase,” which peaked at #14 on Country Airplay, and “Let’s Don’t Call It A Night,” which hit #21 on US Country.
Lyrically, the song captures the post breakup stage when the pain has faded and things are almost okay – until you run into your ex, and are thrown back into the turmoil. “Photographs, memories fade away easily / but you’re right here in front of me and won’t let me go / since you broke my heart, every time I run into you, I fall apart,” James sings in the hook. The song doesn’t invite pity (“I can finally sleep through the night, roll over to your side, smell your perfume, and not feel a thing,”) but rather captures the high-energy, high-stress angst – not quite melancholic, not quite angry – that comes with a wound re-opened. James’s performance captures this perfectly, with vocals that are both strong and emotionally vivid. The former American Idol contestant, who was described as “the best guitar player the show has seen,” is known for his skill, and “Fall Apart” does not disappoint, with guitar riffs and big production that perfectly capture the energy of the lyric.
We’ve got “Fall Apart” on repeat, and we think you will too.
Request the song on Sirius XM The Highway, grab it on iTunes, and connect with James on his website, Facebook, and Twitter.