Natalie Del Carmen Unveils New Single ‘What Should've Been (By Now)’

Emerging country-Americana singer-songwriter Natalie Del Carmen is back with her brand new single What Should've Been (By Now), a captivating song that explores the acceptance of life's decisions while being able to put the past behind you. 

 

Del Carmen's rich, soulful voice beautifully draws our attention to her relatable storytelling that tells the story of her choices not taken, from jobs to relationships, and the alternate paths that her life could have taken. Yet, they also reveal a sense of acceptance and resilience, as Del Carmen sings, "I’d do my life, in hindsight, all the same / And I wouldn’t care an ounce about your say in it all." The song beautifully balances the tension between the pull of the past and the peace found in the present, creating a relatable anthem for those who have ever wondered about the road not pursued. 

 

Accompanying her stunning vocals we have a rich blend of fiddle, harmonica, and pedal steel that together create a heartfelt sound that perfectly displays nostalgia with an added twang. What Should've Been (By Now) captures the emotions of finding peace in the present and leaving things that have already happened in the back of your mind.

Reflecting on her inspiration for the song, Del Carmen reveals,

I think the nostalgia of ‘what could’ve been’ is comforting and distressing simultaneously because it puts into perspective where we have landed, but how far we have to keep running."