Burning Letters
| "Burning Letters" | ||||
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| Single by Natasha Hamilton | ||||
| Released | 31 January 2025 | |||
| Recorded | 2025 | |||
| Genre | Pop | |||
| Length | 3:20 | |||
| Label | Morpho Records | |||
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| Producer | Goldcrush | |||
| Natasha Hamilton singles chronology | ||||
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"Burning Letters" is a song by English singer and former Atomic Kitten member Natasha Hamilton. It was produced by Goldcrush and written by Hamilton and Paul James Visser. The song was released on 31 January 2025 and marked Hamilton's first solo release since her departure from Atomic Kitten.
Background and release
Following the release of her singles "Edge of Us" and "You Don't Know Me" the previous year, Hamilton announced her departure fro from the girl group Atomic Kitten after 25 years.[1][2] "Burning Letters" was released on 31 January 2025, written by Hamilton along with Paul James Visser, and was produced by Goldcrush.[3][4] Speaking of the song, Hamilton said the song was written about "a very specific situation [she found herself] in, when a past relationship of mine ended abruptly. Describing it as "a song about heartbreak, but in not in the general sense, it's very much a track that tells [her] story as [she] saw it. Hamilton said she wanted to paint a picture of what it was really like for her in that moment, by writing lyrics that would convey to anyone listening exactly what was happening, minute by minute, so that they would feel like they were right there with [her].[5]
Critical reception
Philip Logan of CelebMix described the song as a "deeply emotive track" and noted that it had a "tangible sense of both fragility and strength", noting that it showcased Hamilton's "artistic and personal growth, as she rejects any notion of self-pity or victim mentality, proving herself to be the ultimate survivor."[6]
Personnel
- Natasha Hamilton – vocals, songwriting
- Paul James Visser – production, songwriting
Release history
| Region | Date | Format | Label | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Various | 31 January 2025 | Digital download, streaming | Morpho Records | [7] |
References
- ^ Ahmed, Aneesa (13 October 2024). "Natasha Hamilton leaves Atomic Kitten after 26 years: "The ride hasn't always been smooth, but I wouldn't change a single thing"". NME. Archived from the original on 21 February 2025. Retrieved 7 February 2026.
- ^ Gotto, Connor (13 October 2024). "Natasha Hamilton quits Atomic Kitten after 26 years". Retropop. Archived from the original on 20 April 2025. Retrieved 7 February 2026.
- ^ "New Music Friday Releases: The Weeknd, Bring Me The Horizon, JENNIE and more". Official Charts Company. 31 January 2025. Retrieved 9 February 2026.
- ^ "EXCLUSIVE Natasha Hamilton: 'I'm proud of my body after five kids'". Closer. 20 February 2025. Retrieved 9 February 2026.
- ^ Logan, Philip (26 February 2025). "INTERVIEW: Natasha Hamilton on finding purpose, reclaiming her power, and taking back control". CelebMix. Retrieved 9 February 2026.
- ^ Logan, Philip (31 January 2025). "Natasha Hamilton finds strength in the ashes of a failed relationship on defiant new single 'Burning Letters'". CelebMix. Retrieved 9 February 2026.
- ^ "Burning Letters - Single by Natasha Hamilton on Apple Music". Apple Music. 31 January 2025. Retrieved 9 February 2026.