Lorna Reid’s “Sweet Baby Blues” is somewhat different with her regular jazz band type of song and is less rough. It was co-written with Darden Smith during a writer’s camp in the Summer on the Scottish Highlands in Moniak Mhor. That one is more evidence of passion, and artistic sharing, showing a tender moment in the wilderness setting.
Arranged at the 2 AM in regards to quietude, the song starts with soft piano accompaniment that adds emotional layer to the performance. I would say that Reid demonstrates strength within the song while also giving the genuine and honest emotion of it as well. It is also important to note that her singing sounds genuine which makes her music like she’s telling the listener her life story.
Most appealing about the track is the brass element – particularly the saxophone giving warmth and the soul to the track’s instrumental arrangement. I really feel it is another voice that interlaces with the piano accompaniment and the singing to tell a sincere dialogue. The basic structure means that every single note of the song and every single line of the lyrics is purposeful.
‘Sweet Baby Blues’ is about desire and reminiscence: it needed no bewildering sheen to be noticed. It is not possible to find a fault with Reid’s jazz, blues, and soul workup of this song because it has that timeless and utterly honest feel.
With this track, there is a demonstration of a different style from Reid with less on the ornate aspects, and more on the feelings. It is a beautiful touching, moving performance that leaves you with the plot well after the song is over, and give a testimony of how music can tell a story. Like I said before, “Sweet Baby Blues” is a song for quiet moments and I believe that this piece’s message is experienced more than it being listened to.
