Alias Wayne, the genre-blending project of singer-songwriter Ranzel X Kendrick, returns with Butterfly, a delicate two-minute ballad. For an artist that specializes in Americana, rock and blues, this latest single comes as a welcome surprise with its intimate focus and stripped-down instrumentation.
From the opening notes, Butterfly positions itself as a song of restraint, with a simple but evocative metaphor to make its impact. Acoustic guitar and gentle piano sketch out a framework that leaves plenty of space for Alias Wayne’s voice to sit upfront.
Unlike most ballads, there are no dramatic flourishes or verses where the lyrics soar. Instead, it feels like a fleeting moment captured before it slips away, much like its winged namesake. With its short runtime and minimal production, Butterfly only aims to underscore the fragile beauty of the lyric.
Wayne writes this song for his daughter, Madelyn, so the butterfly here is more than just a pretty image; it stands as a symbol for tenderness and the ephemeral nature of love. Alias Wayne delivers the lyrics with warmth, and the choice to keep the vocal delivery understated is part of the song’s charm.
Alias Wayne has built a reputation for traversing styles while keeping songwriting at the center. Earlier singles like “Too Far” leaned more into slow rock and Americana textures, while Butterfly stands as a quieter entry in that arc; a distilled moment of singer-songwriter craft that values atmosphere over experimentation.
Butterfly is a quiet vignette; a snapshot of beauty that rewards close listening. For fans of Alias Wayne’s more reflective side, it will feel like a natural continuation of his work. For newcomers, it offers a soft entry point into his world, best appreciated on a quiet evening, or folded into a more mellow playlist.
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