Forgoing the noise and numbing distractions, Dax retraces his steps back to music with a vulnerable heart on his sleeve and into "Man I Used To Be". That track is no mere song, but a testament to growth, both personal and career-oriented, marking his first time writing and recording after undergoing six enlightening months of sobriety.
Dax, who is as open and honest, vowed to put out music in 2025 if he could be honest for 6 months without alcohol. This choice was not only deeply personal, it was artistic. What emerges is the stunning "Man I Used To Be," an emotional, heartfelt track that cuts deeper than any hook probably ever could. With "Man I Used To Be", Dax announces his evolution, which is a musical snapshot of the man confronting his pinnacle and achieving a coherent state. It feels like a new chapter of adulthood where there is strength in its softness.
The track starts off with a poignant level of soul, an authenticity that only genuinely comes from someone who has looked themselves in the face. The country soundscape, cozy and warm, serves as the perfect canvas for Dax's soul-searching lyrics, as well as his emotionally layered vocals. His voice swims between regret and salvation. The arrangement is simple, but the message is anything but, and it's that push-pull contrast that ultimately gives the song its lasting power.
In an era where openness is often masked by layers of processing, Dax stands out from the trend with a song preview that is all-natural and God-raised. Not only is he making music, he's making meaning. Indeed, "Man I Used To Be" is a comeback. A turning point and an indication that the only path leading to who we can become starts with an uncompromising canine-like behavior.
Reviewed by LyricalOdyssey Music
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August 05, 2025
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