Chapell’s ”Wave As You Walk”

Chapell’s writing and live performances are both driven by his desire to provide a narrative. Throughout a vast career of genre-agnostic music, the New York-based singer and songwriter reflects on authentic and honest events, and expresses them through his musical production. His live performances ooze sincerity and charisma, and his songs have been streamed over 1.5 million times, following a hugely successful tour with the Gin Blossoms.

Chapell’s solo performances are becoming increasingly popular. In addition to his Gin Blossom tour, he’s shared the stage with some big names, including Everclear, Lisa Loeb, 38 Special, Bighead Todd, Iron Butterfly, Flock of Seagulls, and Jackopearce, and also ended 2021 with a performance on Rob Reinhart’s hugely renowned radio show, Acoustic Café.

The inspiration for the song “Wave As You Walk Past” came from a specific interaction with a female acquaintance of Chapell’s who had recently acquired success as a cable TV personality. Chapell reunited with her after they happened to bump into each other, but their meetings have become progressively limited since that day, to the point that the last time he saw her, she could barely wave as she walked past him, leading him to wonder whether he had said or done something wrong.

It’s an extremely enjoyable and well put-together production, that’s as pleasant and catchy as it is easy on the ear. Chapell’s vocals wash over the soft guitar loop and drive the song perfectly, sounding similar to the voice of an upbeat Michael Stipe.

Listen to Chapell – Wave As You Walk via our link below 

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