Canadian country artist Kelsi Mayne is baring her soul with her latest single, “Someone Who Knows” … a stunning blend of heartbreak, honesty, and hope.
Out now on all streaming platforms, the track captures Mayne at her most vulnerable and authentic, marking a pivotal moment in her artistic evolution.
A Song Born From Real Pain
Written in the aftermath of a broken engagement and the sudden end of a ten-year relationship, “Someone Who Knows” emerged mid-flight … lyrics pouring out in real time as Mayne processed the emotional chaos of her world unravelling.
The very next day, she recorded the song alongside acclaimed producer Ryan Stewart (Carly Rae Jepsen, Shawn Desman, Owl City, Simple Plan), armed with just a guitar, shaker, pedal steel, and a single harmony.
RELATED: We caught up with Kelsi at Boots and Hearts this past summer. Have a listen to our conversation …
The result is an intimate, stripped-down recording that feels as raw as the heartbreak that inspired it.
“I wanted this song to be a source of advice,” Mayne shares. “A little voice of reason in those moments of weakness. My hope is that it saves someone the way music saved me. If it prevents even one heart from breaking, then it’s served its purpose.”
Finding Strength in Vulnerability
“Someone Who Knows” is a story of survival.
In the wake of immense personal loss, including the passing of her grandmother and a close friend, Mayne channelled her grief into her art. The result is a track that not only showcases her emotional depth but also solidifies her position as one of Canadian country’s most compelling voices.
The song’s haunting simplicity highlights Mayne’s powerhouse vocals and lyrical prowess, while its message of resilience resonates universally.
It’s a reminder that pain can be a teacher. And that healing often begins when we share our stories.
A Rising Force in Canadian Country
With over 3 million career streams, multiple CMAOntario nominations (including Female Artist of the Year and Rising Star), and performances at major festivals like Boots and Hearts, Cavendish Beach Music Festival, and the Calgary Stampede, Kelsi Mayne has steadily built her reputation as one to watch.
RELATED: Catch our coverage of her previous album “As I Go” …
Her previous singles “Breaking Bad” and “Georgia Off My Mind” cemented her genre-bending sound — a seamless fusion of country, R&B, Motown, pop, and rock influences — and “Someone Who Knows” takes that growth even further.
With “Someone Who Knows,” Kelsi Mayne transforms heartbreak into empowerment, offering comfort to anyone navigating their own pain. It’s personal, poignant, and proof that sometimes, the most beautiful songs come from the hardest goodbyes.
Listen To Our Conversation with Kelsi
In country music, the Front Porch has long been a place of reflection. A place where you can look at the life you have inside that front door. A place where time almost seems to stand still, where you can get away. It’s also a place where you can go to observe the world as it passes by you. To think about your place out there beyond the driveway.
