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Let Me Sit This One Out, Coach

by Dr. River Michaels Artist

Package
Starter
Curators requested
12
Sub-genres
singer-songwriter, americana, acoustic country, acoustic folk, alt country, folk
Mood
relaxed, sad, acoustic
Release
Released on Spotify

“Let Me Sit This One Out, Coach” came from wondering how we’re supposed to live in the present when so much of the present is spent working, paying bills, and preparing for someday. Beneath the playful title is a song about exhaustion, rest, and discovering that peace can be as small as taking a breath or lying quietly with your dog. Sometimes you’re not quitting the game. You just need to sit out one play.

12/12 Curators reviewed
2 Added the track
10 Declined
25,027 Playlist followers reached
24 Replies

Replies 12

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you do you Curator Gold ★ 4.6 you do you turned on Folk, Country & Americana on their own profile. We only send a curator songs in genres they have turned on.
3 days ago
Declined
Matched to Roadtrippin' singer-songwriterWe tag every playlist by the songs and artists on it. Roadtrippin' has artists tagged singer-songwriter, a style the artist picked for this song.

Hi , fantastic track and songwriting . Admire the emotions and catchy vocals . The vocals sound sublime and pleasing . But the overall vibes , feels a bit too hazy and sad . We look for a bit brighter and jolly mood . Good luck! love your tracks , but it's not a perfect match at the moment .

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Dr. River Michaels Artist ★★★★★ rated this reply

Thank you for your review and feedback. I appreciate it!

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Lissa Timmerman Curator Gold ★ 4.6 Lissa Timmerman turned on Folk, Country & Americana on their own profile. We only send a curator songs in genres they have turned on.
3 days ago
Declined
Matched to green tea time | cosy afternoons singer-songwriter, folkWe tag every playlist by the songs and artists on it. green tea time | cosy afternoons has artists tagged singer-songwriter, folk, styles the artist picked for this song.· cappuccino | wake up softly singer-songwriterWe tag every playlist by the songs and artists on it. cappuccino | wake up softly has artists tagged singer-songwriter, a style the artist picked for this song.

Hi there , nice chill track . The vibes and vocals are soothing and the melodies really melts in the arrangement . However we prefer a bit more jolly and lively chorus . Also the structure could be a bit more dynamic . Good luck ! can't wait to hear more from you.

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Dr. River Michaels Artist ★★★★★ rated this reply

Thank you for your review and feedback. I appreciate it!

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Mellow Strings Club Curator Diamond ★ 5.0 Mellow Strings Club turned on Folk, Country & Americana on their own profile. We only send a curator songs in genres they have turned on.
3 days ago
Declined
Matched to Folk Beauty singer-songwriter, folk, americanaWe tag every playlist by the songs and artists on it. Folk Beauty has artists tagged singer-songwriter, folk, americana, styles the artist picked for this song.· Country Roads americana, singer-songwriterWe tag every playlist by the songs and artists on it. Country Roads has artists tagged americana, singer-songwriter, styles the artist picked for this song.· Indie Pop Spirit singer-songwriterWe tag every playlist by the songs and artists on it. Indie Pop Spirit has artists tagged singer-songwriter, a style the artist picked for this song.

Hey, Dr. River Michaels, it's always great to have you back here! Thank you for sending us your track titled "Let Me Sit This One Out, Coach." There is a grounded weight to the organic setup of your track, painting a vivid picture of rustic landscapes, winding dirt roads, and starry nights. This comes through in a warm, harmonious production with an analog feel that offers a breather from the daily chaos of city life. The song creates a contemplative, nostalgic backdrop driven by an acoustic guitar that holds down the rhythmic core, featuring warm tones that maintain a steady sense of motion while keeping the atmosphere light and subtle. However, the vocal mix leans into a more processed sound, carrying noticeable distortion, synth heavy effects, and a prominent delay that keeps the vocals further back in the soundscape. This strays from our current curatorial focus, where we actively look for clear, upfront vocal mixes with a more organic tone and strong harmonic presence. Because of this, we unfortunately have to decline your track at this stage of our curation. I hope to see you back here again and again in the near future, and I wish you lots of happiness and success with your music campaign.

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Dr. River Michaels Artist ★★★★★ rated this reply

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Mel Strocen Curator Gold ★ 4.6 Mel Strocen turned on Folk, Country & Americana on their own profile. We only send a curator songs in genres they have turned on.
3 days ago
Added
Matched to Whiskey Chain - Top 150 Country singer-songwriter, acoustic countryWe tag every playlist by the songs and artists on it. Whiskey Chain - Top 150 Country has artists tagged singer-songwriter, acoustic country, styles the artist picked for this song.

Thanks for submitting your track Dr. Michaels. Loved the song. Great singing voice, appealing lyrics and excellent musical arrangement. Definitely an easy listen that touched an emotional chord. Glad to add it to my playlist.

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Dr. River Michaels Artist ★★★★★ rated this reply

Thank you so much. Means the world to me!

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Ant Curator Bronze ★ 4.8 Ant turned on Folk, Country & Americana on their own profile. We only send a curator songs in genres they have turned on.
3 days ago
Declined
Matched to Happy Indie Songs singer-songwriterWe tag every playlist by the songs and artists on it. Happy Indie Songs has artists tagged singer-songwriter, a style the artist picked for this song.

Hi! Thanks for sharing your song. I really liked the combination of guitar and vocals — they create a warm and natural feel that fits the style really well. The song has a nice Folk and Country-inspired atmosphere, but right now I’m looking for songs with a more catchy chorus that stands out more. It’s still a great piece of work, and I’d be happy to hear more of your music in the future.

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Dr. River Michaels Artist ★★★★★ rated this reply

Thank you for your review and feedback. I appreciate it!

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May's Music Curator Silver ★ 5.0 May's Music turned on Folk, Country & Americana on their own profile. We only send a curator songs in genres they have turned on.
3 days ago
Declined
Matched to chill indie café singer-songwriter, acoustic folkWe tag every playlist by the songs and artists on it. chill indie café has artists tagged singer-songwriter, acoustic folk, styles the artist picked for this song.

Hi there! The instrumental mix sounds nice and has a good sense of balance. However, the vocals feel a little too perfect and polished making the performance come across as somewhat unnatural. Really sorry to say no for now. Have a wonderful day! :)

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Dr. River Michaels Artist ★★★★★ rated this reply

Thank you for your review and feedback. I appreciate it!

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Endless Grooves Curator Bronze ★ 4.3 Endless Grooves turned on Folk, Country & Americana on their own profile. We only send a curator songs in genres they have turned on.
2 days ago
Declined
Matched to Slow Grooves singer-songwriter, folkWe tag every playlist by the songs and artists on it. Slow Grooves has artists tagged singer-songwriter, folk, styles the artist picked for this song.

Loving the clarity of the instruments in this track! However, the vocals don't really sound cohesive with the rest of the mix. Maybe you might have the "glue" the vocals with the rest of the elements more. Apologies but I will have to pass for this reason.

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Dr. River Michaels Artist ★★★★★ rated this reply

Thank you for your review and feedback. I appreciate it!

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Chill Connections Curator Diamond ★ 4.9 Chill Connections turned on Folk, Country & Americana on their own profile. We only send a curator songs in genres they have turned on.
2 days ago
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Matched to Country Melodies americana, singer-songwriter, alt countryWe tag every playlist by the songs and artists on it. Country Melodies has artists tagged americana, singer-songwriter, alt country, styles the artist picked for this song.· Chill Acoustic Hearts singer-songwriter, acoustic folkWe tag every playlist by the songs and artists on it. Chill Acoustic Hearts has artists tagged singer-songwriter, acoustic folk, styles the artist picked for this song.· Chill Feelings singer-songwriterWe tag every playlist by the songs and artists on it. Chill Feelings has artists tagged singer-songwriter, a style the artist picked for this song.

Hello, Dr. River Michaels, it's good to see you!! I notice a balanced and emotional climax in Let Me Sit This One Out, Coach. I liked the lyrics and also the gentle texture of your harmonies. And this vibe will certainly fit perfectly in our playlist. Welcome, my friend!! I hope you enjoy your time with us, and don't forget to leave a positive review of our work. Nage, Chill Connections

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Dr. River Michaels Artist ★★★★★ rated this reply

Thank you so much. Means the world to me!

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Lim K. Curator Starter ★ 3.8 Lim K. turned on Folk, Country & Americana on their own profile. We only send a curator songs in genres they have turned on.
2 days ago
Declined
Matched to Slow Mornings Indie folk, singer-songwriter, acoustic folkWe tag every playlist by the songs and artists on it. Slow Mornings Indie has artists tagged folk, singer-songwriter, acoustic folk, styles the artist picked for this song.

There are some interesting ideas in the production, but the overall sound feels a little too synthetic and heavily processed for my taste. A more natural, organic touch could really bring out its character. I'd love to hear what you create next!

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omglooitsRaph Curator Silver ★ 4.0 omglooitsRaph turned on Folk, Country & Americana on their own profile. We only send a curator songs in genres they have turned on.
2 days ago
Declined
Matched to Folk: Freedom Folk folk, singer-songwriter, americanaWe tag every playlist by the songs and artists on it. Folk: Freedom Folk has artists tagged folk, singer-songwriter, americana, styles the artist picked for this song.· Musician: Singer Songwriter singer-songwriter, folk, acoustic folkWe tag every playlist by the songs and artists on it. Musician: Singer Songwriter has artists tagged singer-songwriter, folk, acoustic folk, styles the artist picked for this song.

Greetings and thank you for your music! Those strings sound crisp clean, good work on the production! The vocals are not my cup of tea though - those vocal effects on there are a bit too much for me. All the best, R

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Mari Cardozo Curator Silver ★ 5.0 Mari Cardozo turned on Folk, Country & Americana on their own profile. We only send a curator songs in genres they have turned on.
1 day ago
Declined
Matched to MODERN COUNTRY SONGS 🔥 HITS 2026 🤠 The Best OF COUNTRY MUSIC singer-songwriter, americana, alt countryWe tag every playlist by the songs and artists on it. MODERN COUNTRY SONGS 🔥 HITS 2026 🤠 The Best OF COUNTRY MUSIC has artists tagged singer-songwriter, americana, alt country, styles the artist picked for this song.· Baladas en inglés 😍 éxitos románticos ♥ singer-songwriterWe tag every playlist by the songs and artists on it. Baladas en inglés 😍 éxitos románticos ♥ has artists tagged singer-songwriter, a style the artist picked for this song.· BALADAS en ESPAÑOL ♥ ROMÁNTICOS DEL RECUERDO y del hoy 🌹 GRANDES EXITOS singer-songwriterWe tag every playlist by the songs and artists on it. BALADAS en ESPAÑOL ♥ ROMÁNTICOS DEL RECUERDO y del hoy 🌹 GRANDES EXITOS has artists tagged singer-songwriter, a style the artist picked for this song.
English translation · from Spanish

Hello! The instrumental introduction is incredible in how it sets the atmosphere for the song. The rhythm is warm and fluid, and your voice, complementing the instrumentation, brings a lot of sweetness to the song. I admire how you reach the high notes with great ease; this shows the potential you have to offer. However, I believe that an ending with some unexpected twist would have been beneficial for your song, which could have added more emotion at the end, so for this reason I will not be able to share your song on this playlist.

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Hola! La introducción instrumental es increíble por cómo va preparando el ambiente en la canción. El ritmo es cálido, fluido y tu voz al complementarse con la instrumentación le brinda mucha dulzura a la canción. Admiro cómo alcanzas con mucha facilidad las notas altas, esto demuestra el potencial que tienes para ofrecer. Sin embargo, considero que un cierre con algún giro inesperado hubiera sido beneficioso para tu canción, lo que podría haber agregado más emoción al final, asi que por este motivo no podré compartir tu canción en esta playlist.

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Dr. River Michaels Artist ★★★★★ rated this reply

Thank you for taking the time to listen. I appreciate it.

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Pop Aesthetics Curator Diamond ★ 5.0 Pop Aesthetics turned on Folk, Country & Americana on their own profile. We only send a curator songs in genres they have turned on.
4 hours ago
Declined
Matched to Acoustic Aesthetics singer-songwriter, acoustic folk, alt countryWe tag every playlist by the songs and artists on it. Acoustic Aesthetics has artists tagged singer-songwriter, acoustic folk, alt country, styles the artist picked for this song.· Country Aesthetics alt country, americana, singer-songwriterWe tag every playlist by the songs and artists on it. Country Aesthetics has artists tagged alt country, americana, singer-songwriter, styles the artist picked for this song.· Indie Rock Aesthetics singer-songwriterWe tag every playlist by the songs and artists on it. Indie Rock Aesthetics has artists tagged singer-songwriter, a style the artist picked for this song.

Hey there, Dr. River Michaels! How’s everything going? It’s such a pleasure to keep following your submissions here! Thank you so much for sending "Let Me Sit This One Out, Coach" our way for consideration! Right off the bat, the strength of your performance and the production really stand out: you bring a commanding presence, supported by a powerful vocal timbre and a solid dynamic in the backing track that carry the song well! However, when looking at how it fits with our current playlists, we’ve found that the track leans into a more introspective, "chill" style, with a somewhat sadder mood. This more restrained and melancholic atmosphere doesn't quite align with the sunny, vibrant, and energetic vibe we’re currently prioritizing for our selections. Thank you so much for continuing to trust our judgment and for sharing this latest piece of work with us. I’m rooting for the success of this release, and I’ll definitely be keeping an eye out for your future productions! Best, Debbys 💚 Pop Aesthetics

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Dr. River Michaels Artist ★★★★★ rated this reply

Thank you for taking the time to listen. I appreciate it.

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