Singer-songwriter Chelsea Jordan conveys the complex nature of healing in her song “level out,” a gentle yet deeply impactful reflection on grief and hope, emphasizing the importance of trusting the gradual journey toward feeling okay again rather than merely trying to fix what is broken.
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Jordan hopes her music connects with those who need it most, reminding them they are never alone in the face of life’s many ups and downs.
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Grief does not come all at once; it arrives in waves, manifesting in good days and bad, surprising moments of feeling okay, and sudden rushes of pain. Chelsea Jordan’s “level out” perfectly encapsulates this emotional push and pull, portraying the tender whiplash of healing with honesty and patience. Rather than pushing for a swift resolution, the song embraces uncertainty and illustrates the slow, often bumpy journey toward regaining stability.
Originally from Baltimore and now based in Los Angeles, Chelsea Jordan has been consistently developing an artistically personal and community-focused portfolio over the last six years. What began in a college dorm with her longtime collaborators Jamie Gelman and Ryan Baer has evolved into a sustainable artistic endeavor characterized by trust, emotional honesty, and creative continuity. With her warm, expressive voice and personal songwriting style, Jordan has attracted a loyal audience who appreciates music that feels genuine and heartfelt. Released on November 5 through Arista Records, “level out” is a significant milestone in her career—marking her first single since signing with the label and a subtle yet assured progression that values feeling over spectacle.
“level out” was written shortly after what Jordan describes as her “first real breakup,” serving as a vital means of processing her emotions. She reflects, “I wasn’t too sure of it then, but I know now that’s the reset I had been needing.” The song captures the realization in real time, recognizing both the relief-filled moments and the heavy, grief-laden days. “Some days were really good post-breakup,” she shares. “But then there were some days when crying was all I could manage.” Rather than condensing these extremes into a neat narrative, “level out” allows them to coexist, respecting the non-linear nature of loss.
Monday I hold my head high
Tuesday I’m dragging my feet
Wednesday I think I’ll be fine
Thursday, I’m just trying to breathe
Oh, it’s all so green
That tension lies at the core of the song’s main question: When will the highs and lows stabilize? This query is posed not for effect but from a place of sincere longing. For Jordan, the song reflects “the various waves of emotion that come and go during the grieving process,” especially the doubts that linger after making a tough but necessary decision. A familiar car or a shared song can instantly pull you back into the turmoil of wondering if you made the right choice. “When I was in the thick of it,” she admits, “all I wanted to know was when I’d feel okay again.”
Some days I think that I’m better off
‘Til a car passes that looks just like yours
Don’t get me started on our favorite songs
Just one line, and there’s a lump in my throat
When will the highs and lows level out?
Musically, “level out” reflects this emotional oscillation. It begins with a sense of restraint, grounded in gentle instrumentation and Jordan’s warm, expressive voice, gradually unfolding into a richer, more expansive sound. The intimate production creates a sense of immediacy, as if the listener is there beside her experiencing the emotions as they unfold. Nothing feels exaggerated; every swell is earned.
This closeness is intentional. Jordan penned the song with her longtime collaborators Jamie Gelman and Ryan Baer, creative partners who have played a crucial role in shaping her identity as an artist. “Chelsea Jordan, the artist, wouldn’t exist without the people I started making music with six years ago,” she remarks. Writing “level out” together was both liberating and insightful. “Leaving the studio with all that emotion captured in a song is one of the best feelings in the world,” she explains. “It was the most honest I had been in my writing, and that was such a relief.”
Oh, I try not to burden my friends
By mentioning you constantly
Call up Riley for a laugh, or my father for
Some love and wise advice
Oh, it’s all so green
Just your ghost and me
Some days I think that I’m better off
‘Til a car passes that looks just like yours
Don’t get me started on our favorite songs
Just one line, and there’s a lump in my throat
When will the highs and lows level out?
As Chelsea Jordan’s first single since joining major label Arista Records, “level out” represents a significant moment in her
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Singer/songwriter Chelsea Jordan effectively captures the tumultuous journey of healing in “level out,” a soothing yet poignant reflection on grief and hope that emphasizes finding significance not in mending what is shattered, but in having faith in the gradual journey toward feeling whole once more.