When The Words Are Gone

WHEN THE WORDS ARE GONE

A driving and richly arranged soul track built around the infectious pulse of classic Motown. “When the Words Are Gone” combines melodic electric bass, crisp live drums, tambourine, handclaps, rhythmic guitar and rolling piano with sweeping strings, sharp brass punches and occasional baritone saxophone.

A commanding male lead vocal takes centre stage, answered by three tightly blended male harmonies in powerful call-and-response passages. The arrangement steadily gathers momentum, expanding into a rich final harmony section that gives the song a strong emotional lift.

Warm analogue production, punchy mono-era character and a dominant expressive lead vocal capture the energy and sophistication of classic Detroit soul while giving “When the Words Are Gone” its own distinctive personality.