Singer-songwriter Minnie Murphy released a brand-new track, “Get Over It,” available now on all streaming platforms worldwide. Co-written by Minnie, Don Bedell, and Trafton Harvey and available HERE, “Get Over It” tells the story of a narrator who is reeling from a recent heartbreak as she does her best to find a way of moving forward. Minnie vividly describes this experience with relatable lyrics such as “When I’m all cried out, and my tears have dried / But my heavy heart’s too much to set aside / And sleepless sober nights have gone on too long / Well I’d do anything to feel nothing at all.”
We had a chance to get to know Minnie Murphy a little better with the following questions that we posed to her.
Please take a moment and give us some background info about yourself as an artist?
Well, I’ve been in Nashville now for half my life. I grew up in Bellingham, Washington, and got a record deal with Sony when I was in high school. Shortly after, we all moved here as a family, and I ended up losing my deal before I could release any music. I learned a lot, kept gigging, got another deal that also didn’t work out, but I kept working and developing my craft. There have been many ups and downs, but I ended up sticking it out and signing a publishing deal with Evergreen. I’ve been there ever since, writing songs and performing for people. I’m proud to say that I’ve been able to make a living through making music and doing what I love. I listen to all kinds of music and love to sing and write everything from country, rock, jazz, and hip hop. I like to explore new things, and I’m so excited to be putting out new music.
How have you been keeping creative during the Pandemic?
My son was born just before the lockdown happened. The pandemic and becoming a mother made me want to get back to my more traditional roots of country music. I wanted to go back in time to a place that felt familiar and comforting. I also felt driven to connect with nature and have a simpler way of life. These feelings caused me to make the collection of music that I’m now beginning to release. I wanted to honor my time at Evergreen, my family history and leave something for my son to listen to when he gets older.
What is the biggest struggle for you as a musician at the moment?
Mostly, it’s challenging to find the time to work on everything since I’m a mom and I have to put my son first. Due to the pandemic, we choose to hold off on putting him in daycare, so I work from home a lot. It can be tricky to do Zoom co-writes and interviews when my son wants to have my full attention, but it’s all worth it, and it helps me organize my time and day better.
What is it about music that makes you feel passionate?
I love music because it allows me to meet new people, and it’s a pretty amazing feeling to be able to connect with them on a vulnerable human level right off the bat. Sometimes when I sing at people’s weddings, and it makes them cry, I feel so honored to serve and share my music in that way. I love entertaining people, and it’s also very therapeutic to play the piano or guitar and write what I’m feeling.
What was the inspiration/story behind your new single, “Get Over It”?
Sometimes my publisher, Johnny Morris, will call us with a writing assignment or a song title. His partner, Don Bedell, had the title, and we got together and wrote it as a song about heartbreak and whiskey with a vintage country vibe. It flowed out pretty easily, and Jon Conley made a killer track.
Explain to the readers the process of co-writing a song.
There’s no right or wrong way to write a song! But, most of the time, we get together, do a little talking about everyday life, and throw around some ideas until we agree upon an idea and go from there. Usually, the idea tends to inspire the music that follows. It’s like a big puzzle, and everything needs to support the hook. There are always various angles to explore. You could write countless songs with the same title exploring different points of view and narratives. I think we felt it would be better with the title “Get Over It” to come from a personal place of how one tries to get over something instead of a preachy order to someone else that says you need to “get over it.” So, we started there and naturally went to a drinking song which is kind of what we do best, it seems. If my co-writer Trafton and I get stuck, we usually resort to writing a drinking song. The difference with this song is that the music and vibe give it a sense of familiarity and nostalgia that feels genuine and comforting. There’s a charm about the song, even though it’s a heartbreak song. It just feels like sitting at the bar with an old friend.
We really loved the new single! Do you have more new music scheduled to come out this year?
For sure! We have seven songs on my upcoming project, so we will definitely follow up with some of those and then release the whole project this winter. I’m also working on a Spanish version of “Get Over It.”
Describe your favourite and least favourite part about being a musician
My favorite part is meeting and connecting with people. Whether it’s in the form of a collaboration or a performance, I always find it both rewarding and uplifting to see how music brings people together.
My least favorite part is that sometimes it can be hard to step into the spotlight and receive all different types of feedback. My dad always told me that making music is a service. We can’t let ourselves slip into thinking about who’s going to like our music, how far a song will climb the charts, or how much money we might make. Instead, we have to stay focused on the music and keep creating and giving new songs to people. It’s truly a gift to be able to create a body of work that resonates with people.
Is there a moment or memory in your life as a musician that you always want to hold onto? Or a moment that has taught you a lot?
There are so many moments that it’s hard to say, but one that comes to mind is meeting Alison Krauss. We were at Sony ATV Tree studios, and she was there. I can’t remember exactly what the occasion was, but I got to meet her. The way she smiled and made eye contact with me was so genuine, sweet, and powerful. I’d like to be able to express that kind of light and shining love when I meet people, too.
Do you have any hobbies or interests outside of music?
I love cooking, gardening, and trying new things like stand-up comedy, painting, dancing, and yoga. My life revolves around my family, and we are always up for trying new things. Our focus right now is working on creating a garden. We have a long way to go, but we want to grow our own food and learn more about how to survive and thrive on our own. It’s always good to get back to the land and be self-sufficient.
Any fun facts or hidden talents you would like to share?
I have a twin brother. His name is James, and he lives in Arizona. We are still very close, though. My mom told us we had our own language when we were babies.
Also, I can yodel – I learned from copying my dad. It’s always a fun novelty trick to pull out, and I’ve incorporated it into several of my country songs. Also, I can do a cartwheel on a balance beam too!
Any final thoughts or comments?
Keep smiling!
