“Little Things New“ by Larry Karpenko

“Little Things New” by Larry Karpenko is a sweet and sentimental folk pop track about true love. Inspired by his sister-in-law getting married, this track tells the story of two lost and lonely souls finding each other, and changing each other’s lives. Though there is no shortage of love songs in the world, it never really gets old, and Karpenko’s aptitude for songwriting allows this particular story to feel fresh and poignant, almost as if you are the one falling in love.

Pretty, intimate acoustic guitar strumming and a steady, thumping kick drum lay the backbone of this sparse arrangement, with the emotional vocal performance taking the lead and letting the lyrics shine. The first verse of the track tells the perspective of the woman in this couple, and the second verse tells the man’s. Both of them have their own struggles, like hiding “behind the safety of walls,” but both of their lives change for the better when they fall in love. 

The chorus sings “you turned my life around” and “you picked my heart off the floor,” talking about how being with someone you love “makes little things new.” This is a beautiful sentiment that explores how even the most mundane parts of life feel magical when you’re in love. From sitting in silence, to grocery shopping, to chores, nothing feels dull when your whole life has been changed by love. This magical feeling is present in every lyric and every instrument, making for a transformative and impactful sonic journey.

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