Joshua Golden’s new single, “St. Louis, Missouri,” is a heartwarming and nostalgic journey that beautifully captures the bittersweet experience of first love and heartbreak. The song’s gentle acoustic melody instantly transports listeners to a time filled with youthful recklessness and unguarded emotions, evoking the intimate memories of love lost and lessons learned. Golden’s heartfelt lyrics are vividly painted with scenes of his past—shared moments on a couch in a small apartment, the lingering scent of perfume, and Seinfeld reruns in the background.
What sets this track apart is how Golden reframes the heartache, focusing not on bitterness but on healing and the beauty found in those memories. His warm and soulful vocals, paired with subtle instrumental layers, make this folk gem both relatable and deeply emotional. I find this song to be a touching reflection of love’s enduring impact, no matter where life takes us.