Lucy Fitzgerald 
Jacob Tell’s “Trad Wife”, taken from his 2026 album Hard To Be Human, is one of those songs that quietly pulls you in without making a big scene about it. It sits in the softer side of the record, built around a stripped-back arrangement that gives his voice space to breathe. There’s a calm confidence in how it unfolds, and that restraint works in its favor.
The track touches on social pressure and identity in a way that feels grounded and human. Nothing about it feels forced or exaggerated. Jacob approaches the subject with a steady tone, letting the words do their job without overcomplicating the sound. That simplicity makes the message land harder, because you’re actually listening rather than being distracted.
Vocally, he keeps things controlled and direct. You can tell he believes what he’s singing. There’s a conversational quality to the performance that makes it easy to connect with, almost like he’s working something out in real time. It gives the song a reflective edge that sticks after it ends.
I really appreciate how “Trad Wife” doesn’t overplay its hand. It trusts the songwriting and that confidence pays off. I also like how it invites you to think without telling you exactly what to think, which makes repeat listens even more rewarding.
If you’re building a thoughtful, late-night playlist, this track deserves a spot. Make sure you follow Jacob Tell on your preferred streaming platform, keep an eye on what he releases next, and add “Trad Wife” to your rotation because it’s the kind of song that grows on you with every listen and becomes one you return to when you want something honest and steady in your headphones.
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