What a beautiful track about moving on with grace.
Sometimes, you can just feel when an artist has both the raw talent and a wealth of musical influences—and Dallas native M’Lynn is one of those rare voices. A gifted singer, songwriter, and pianist, M’Lynn began her journey in music at the age of 15, following in the footsteps of celebrated alumni like Norah Jones, Erykah Badu, and Elliot Skinner from Booker T. Washington High School for the Performing and Visual Arts.
Over the years, she’s carved out a name for herself with emotionally rich songs like “Fade Away,” “Still Got It,” and “Better Me.” Now, with her latest release, “Wasted On You,” M’Lynn delivers what might be her most moving and mature track to date.
“Wasted On You” sees M’Lynn taking a reflective look at a love that simply wasn’t meant to last. While she doesn’t deny that the feelings were real, she also confronts the emotional toll of the relationship with striking honesty. There’s a balance of acceptance and release in her lyrics—she’s grateful for the experience, but she’s ready to let go.
What makes this song truly stand out is its ability to pair heavy subject matter with an uplifting musical experience. Built on an infectious, feel-good instrumental and powered by M’Lynn’s radiant vocal performance, the track feels like a weight being lifted off your chest. Her melodies are smooth and freeing, turning heartbreak into a moment of liberation.
“Wasted On You” proves once again that M’Lynn is a master of pairing emotional storytelling with irresistible sonics. This track is not just a great listen—it’s an anthem for anyone who’s ever had to walk away from something that no longer served them.
Quincy is the creator of Ratings Game Music. He loves writing about music, taking long walks on beaches, and spaghetti that fights him back.
