Charlotte Morris Shares New Single ‘What Am I Doing?’

Philadelphia-based folk singer-songwriter Charlotte Morris shares her brand new single What Am I Doing?, a soul-searching, guitar-driven single that weighs the daily fight for survival against the pull of her family legacy built on civil rights activism. 

 

This song finds the talented artist balancing family legacy and personal struggle as she tries to hold her own life up against her grandparent's civil rights activism. The song shares the feel of an argument Morris is having with herself in real time, juggling the struggle of longing to be part of something her family is no stranger to. Morris turns the lens on herself, grappling with the realities of jobs, paying bills, and surviving in an economy that feels increasingly impossible, all while measuring herself against the legacy of activism her grandparents left behind. 

 

A deeply honest and vulnerable storytelling that is flawlessly conveyed through Morris's rich, expressive vocals which soar passionately over the upbeat indie-folk guitar-driven production, together creating an overall warm listening experience that shows living up to someone's legacy doesn't mean we have to pursue the same path.

Speaking about the song, Morris said,

I should be out in the streets; I should be working on a campaign; I should be giving every moment and every dollar I have fighting the rampant injustices in this nation. I should be doing more. They were fearless, selfless, and pushed their communities to stand for unity and equality. They used their privileges to make a difference, and they were giants in their own rights. They set an example that I am constantly trying to reach. Sometimes living up to their legacies (though I am the only one expecting it) feels absolutely impossible. And sometimes, I’m able to remember that meaningful change doesn’t require following the same path.