LA singer/songwriter Scott Brause has a lovely, hidden gem of a song tucked away on You Tube called “Nebraska.” One that I’ve had on repeat for some time now, it is the perfect song for a melancholy Spring day spent reminiscing. For me, the song is about the weight of dreams unfulfilled, yet somehow the song is still peaceful and contemplative in nature, from its calming vocals and dream-like specific lyrics to its classically beautiful string arrangement and homemade video by Brause’s daughter. With backyards, trampolines, a happy dog, and a family dinner, there is something utterly charming about the music video. It’s like enjoying a sunny day, despite all the sadness… or when things are a mess, being grateful for the little things in life.
For full disclosure, I do have to admit I am singing back-up on this song, but the above is precisely why I chose to. I’ve loved this song since I first heard it.
To watch Scott Brause’s “Nebraska:”
