Jessica Carter Altman releases ‘Clumsy’ (Wedding version)
Jessica Carter Altman drops a delightful re-interpretation of her single ‘Clumsy’ to mark her one year wedding anniversary. The result is a captivating exploration of the delightful messiness that love can bring.
Known for her soulful voice and honest lyrics, Jessica Carter Altman delivers a track that is as relatable as it is realistic. With ‘Clumsy’, she captures the essence of love in a soft, heartfelt, and sincere pop ballad.
The song begins with a self-reflective admission: “I’ve always been clumsy / Now I trip over words,” with which Jessica sets the stage for a journey of vulnerability, immediately drawing listeners into her world, where the infallible becomes fallible in the presence of love.
In the chorus, Jessica assumes that falling for the love of her husband is something she would do over and over again, and without reservation, and she invites us to embrace that idea. It’s a compelling concept: who hasn’t felt like a fool in love at some point?
Musically, ‘Clumsy’ is a delight. The structure is simple but effective, allowing Jessica’s voice to take center stage in the performance. The soft, rhythmic instrumentation perfectly complements her voice and creates a warm and welcoming atmosphere. It’s a polished but not over-the-top arrangement, guaranteeing emotion as a focal point.
Towards the end of the track, there is a beautiful crescendo that encapsulates the message of the song: finding something extraordinary in the seemingly mundane, enjoying the act of falling, and the inevitability of love’s unexpected turns.
Discussing the song, Jessica says:
“…when I started to fall in love, I somehow became even more clumsy. Not only was I tripping over absolutely nothing on the sidewalk, I was now tripping over my words. Falling in love is not always graceful, and finding your person is not always easy. But it is worth every awkward or clumsy moment to find it”.
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About Jessica Carter Altman
Jessica Carter Altman is a versatile musician whose storytelling resonates with the deepest human emotions. Her music has been praised by PEOPLE magazine, Page Six, Time Out, NY Post, and Entertainment Tonight’s “New Music Friday.” She has been featured in Apple Music’s “New In Singer-Songwriter” and “Breaking Singer-Songwriter” playlists, and Pandora’s “New Tunesmiths and Troubadours” playlist.
Raised in Potomac, Maryland, Jessica was inspired by her supportive family, including her mother, Lynda Carter, and her father, Robert A. Altman. Despite a successful law career, Jessica realized in 2020 that her true calling was music. Influenced by artists like Nina Simone, Etta James, and Amy Winehouse, she transitioned to music full-time.
‘Clumsy’ is a testament to Jessica’s growth as an artist. The lyrics are a refreshing reminder that giving way to vulnerability isn’t all bad, because sometimes, the most beautiful moments are found in our own ‘missteps’.
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