Paul Cherry transitions from longing for unrequited love on his debut LP Flavour to seeking creative fulfillment on Back on the Music. The album explores the life of an artist, touching on themes of inspiration, community, and the struggle to balance both. Cherry's second album showcases his journey back to embracing his life and craft through buoyant tracks like Tootsie Roll and the introspective title track.
In Back on the Music, Cherry personifies music as a character coaxing the listener to indulge in its allure. Through introspection and self-analysis, Cherry navigates the complexities of artistic pursuit, as seen in the lush arrangements of the title track and the wistful flute melody in It Happens All the Time. The album illustrates the wavering path back to oneself, suggesting that creative fulfillment may lie in the journey rather than the destination.
