Review: Brooklyn Baby by Sidney Bird

Review by: Linda Puga

Photo by: Benjamin Lieber

With an opener lyric “Brooklyn baby, a calmer lady” beautifully woven similar to the opening of “Tiny Dancer” by Elton John, Sidney Bird offers a song about a city girl’s journey through healing and growth.

The pre chorus of “Brooklyn Baby” tells a story of a young girl who’s dealt with a rough background, with lyrics like “Privileged little girls don’t get to cry/8 years old and they get used to tough goodbyes/I’ve heard it one too many times.” 

In playing a motherly figure to this young girl, Bird reminds her of where she comes from and that she isn’t alone in her hardships, because she’s been down that road before. 

Brooklyn is more than a place, it signifies a safe haven for Bird in this song. Through the upbeat chorus, she’s helping other girls recognize that they have that sparkle within themselves too. 

Bird’s honey-like tone combined with a beat change and added background vocals makes for a standout bridge. 

The lyrics “When the traffic’s loud and you feel like causin drama/Pull over, call your mama/And if you feel like going nowhere, I promise you we’ve all been there” clearly define what Bird was wanting to express with this song. 

Check out the “Brooklyn Baby” music video 

This track makes it clear that being a “Brooklyn Baby” signifies strength, resilience, and magic. With a heartfelt message about the rainbow after the rain storm, Bird beautifully captures something young girls everywhere should hear. 

Following up from her well-received song “Renaissance Man,” it’s clear that Bird has a lot more to say and we’re excited to listen. 

To keep up with Sidney Bird, be sure to check out her website, follow her on Instagram and TikTok, and stream “Brooklyn Baby” here!