The Burney Sisters Lament On the End Of a Love on “Barely Mine”

Single cover for “Barely Mine”

There’s a duality to the final stages of a relationship. The duality of knowing that it must end but also wanting to savor the last few moments you have with someone who has occupied so much space in your heart. Sibling duo, The Burney Sisters, attempt to capture that feeling on their latest single “Barely Mine.”

The duo has taken inspiration from singer-songwriter Bonnie Raitt with their melodramatic yet simple storytelling that lingers throughout the entire track. It’s a quintessential indie folk song that the duo has crafted; it’s not afraid to lean into that label, and in fact they’ve embraced it.

“I don’t wanna choose whether I wanna bruise / and I don’t wanna lose a heart that’s barely mine,” they lament on “Barely Mine”. 

Despite being full of introspection and self-doubt, “Barely Mine” is a dancier track that speaks to the duality of a love nearing its end. The joy of being free from a ball-and-chain romance is combined with the sorrow of love’s passing.

Originally from the Midwest, Emma and Bella Burney moved to Huntsville, Alabama, to be closer to their hometown and immerse themselves in the creative energy of Nashville. It’s clear that the duo has an intense sibling connection as their striking harmonies blend perfectly in a Carpenters-esque manner; they are an extension of each other and clearly bring out the best in one another.

You can listen to the song on the streaming platform of your choice or purchase it directly from their website here.