Kellie Rose has a gift for making the personal feel universal, and her latest single same team is no exception. Known for her innovative live
looping and raw, soul-baring performances, the Portland-born singer-songwriter leans into restraint here, crafting something both intimate and quietly expansive.
The track opens with a hushed vulnerability, Rose’s vocal delivery carrying the kind of emotional weight that immediately recalls Lizzy McAlpine’s early work. As the song unfolds, delicate layers of harmony bloom against an Americana-pop backdrop, creating a soundscape that feels both grounded and ethereal. The production never overwhelms — instead, it frames her voice with a subtle glow, allowing her storytelling to remain the focal point.
What stands out most about same team is its honesty. The lyrics wrestle with fragility and connection, touching on the messy, unspoken spaces in relationships. Rather than leaning into melodrama, KR embraces understatement, and the result is all the more powerful. This is songwriting that resonates not because it shouts, but because it lingers.
With same team, Kellie Rose continues to establish herself as a songwriter unafraid to explore vulnerability through a lens of strength. It’s another deeply relatable entry in her growing catalog — proof that she’s not just writing songs, but building spaces where listeners can see themselves reflected.
