Words cannot convey the true beauty and mystique of this song. A haunting, almost spiritual tune, Talk to the Moon immediately captures your attention with Mazie's penetrating vocals and keeps the listener on the edge of their seat until the last note of piano. The drama, intrigue, buildup, and even suspense are particularly noteworthy given its soft, acoustic nature--two qualities that don't often go hand in hand. While the acoustic guitar, organ, bass, and brushed drums set a great tone for the piece, the real performance is taking place in the vocal lines.
Mazie's unique phrasing and superb dynamic range shine from beginning to end, supplemented by well-placed, pristine harmonies. That's not to mention the palpable emotion the listener feels throughout the song, the vulnerability of the story teller readily apparent from the finer, delicate aspects of Mazie's voice. Mazie's entrance on piano evokes a sense of something melting away, leading into the epic conclusion to the song in which she rises up the staff seemingly to no end. The song comes full circle with a reprise of the verse melody, stripping the song down to just guitar, drums, and piano to provide a solemn, eerie conclusion to this masterful debut.