A Soulful Journey in Every Note
Imagine: It’s Friday night, the kettle’s boiled, the lights are low – and into my speakers drifts ‘On It’s Way‘, the latest single from Scott Rathman Jnr. The moment the chords start to hum through the evening air, I know I’m in for something a kinda special.
Scott, a proud Arrernte artist from Gawler, has long had a knack for storytelling through song. You can hear it in his earlier tracks like ‘Leave Somebody‘ and ‘Echoes in the Silence‘. But ‘On It’s Way‘ feels like another level – more assured, more textured, and dare I say, more personal.
The Sound: A Blend of Warmth and Honesty
The production is gorgeously simple. Acoustic guitar lays the foundation, with subtle percussion and layered harmonies that let Scott’s voice shine. And that voice – earthy, rich, with a gentle rasp – pulls you into the narrative like a trusted friend leaning across the table.
There’s a country-folk heart to this track, but also a contemporary smoothness that makes it fit just as easily in a Spotify chill playlist as it would around a campfire.
The Lyrics: Hope on the Horizon
‘On It’s Way‘ is, at its core, a song about hope – about trusting that good things are coming, even when the road feels long and uncertain. The lyrics land with an easy sincerity:
“Clouds might gather, but they don’t stay / The sun is coming, it’s on its way.”
Simple. Poetic. And relatable to anyone who’s waited for a break in life’s weather.
The Artist: A Rising Star with a Grounded Spirit
It’s been a big couple of years for Scott. After placing third in the Tamworth Country Music Festival’s busking competition (no small feat out of 400 hopefuls), he’s only been rising. Just this year, he snagged the 2025 Australian Country Music People’s Choice Award for Most Promising Future Star – a title that feels wholly deserved.
But despite the accolades, there’s no pretension in ‘On It’s Way‘. It’s Scott through and through – authentic, warm, and deeply connected to his roots.
Final Thoughts: One for the Playlist
If you’re looking for a track to soundtrack your quiet moments – a sunrise drive, a reflective afternoon, or an evening of possibility – ‘On It’s Way‘ deserves a spot in your playlist.
Scott Rathman Jnr continues to prove that you don’t need bombast to make an impact. Sometimes, all you need is a heartfelt song, a genuine voice, and the courage to tell your story.
And this one? It’s definitely on its way… straight to repeat.
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