# SONG REVIEW: Scott Rathman Jnr’s ‘On It’s Way’

**New Music** — On Your Markus  
**Published:** 30 May 2025  
**Author:** Markus Hamence  
**Source:** https://onyourmarkus.au/new-music-releases/song-review-scott-rathman-jnrs-on-its-way/

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## 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.

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## 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.

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## 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.

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## 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.

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Rating: 5 out of 5.

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