While writing the song, I was interested in describing someone important, but even more in capturing the feeling of remembering. A place, a moment, a conversation, a person — something that once felt clear, yet becomes harder to define the closer you try to approach it. The lyrics move through half-lit rooms, distant roads and fragments of memory. Things appear, disappear and return in different forms. Chelsea becomes a presence, someone who exists somewhere between memory and imagination. I have never felt a strong need to answer questions about who Chelsea is or what place she holds in the story. The song was written to explore the strange experience of carrying something meaningful without being able to fully explain why it matters. Like many of my songs, Chelsea leaves room for interpretation. The most interesting version of the story may be the one each listener creates for themselves.

Ever wonder how your favorite songs are made? Ever wonder what happens between the time it takes your favorite artist to record a song and the time it plays on your radio? The process of making music is a specialized art, and there are a handful of amazing technicians working behind the scenes to help engineer the hits we all love and enjoy.

We recently sat down with legendary record producer and mix engineer Tony Maserati to discuss his evolution in the audio industry, his work with Jason Mraz and what it takes to become a great producer/engineer. Maserati’s work encompasses worldwide sales in excess of 100 million units, and his unique sound can be heard across numerous genres and styles of music. With multiple Grammy Awards to his credit, Maserati’s insights are endless and inspiring!