By Colin 
Brooke Combe is back with brand new music, releasing the moving yet infectious single ‘How Can I Tell You? (To Love Me More)’. The track arrives as her first new release since her acclaimed debut album Dancing At The Edge Of The World earlier this year, and it shows an artist unafraid to place honesty at the centre of her craft.
Produced by The Coral’s James Skelly, ‘How Can I Tell You? (To Love Me More)’ is drenched in vintage soul textures. Its groove is upbeat and irresistible, but beneath the surface sits something far more vulnerable. The song is a personal cry for connection, born from the often unspoken pain of a father-daughter relationship.
Brooke explains: “‘How Can I Tell You? (To Love Me More)’ is a reflection on the often-unspoken pain within a father-daughter relationship. Rather than a typical love song, it delves into the emotional struggle of a daughter who has spent some time trying to be seen, heard, and truly loved by her father. It’s a tribute to those yearning for connection where it matters most.”
A powerful new chapter
The single builds on the success of Dancing At The Edge Of The World, which was praised for its lush orchestral arrangements, irresistible rhythms, and a vocal delivery that channels the warmth of Motown while remaining entirely her own. Critics have already tipped Brooke as a future star, and this release strengthens that claim.
‘How Can I Tell You? (To Love Me More)’ works because it balances raw emotion with an undeniable hook. It is polished but never loses the intimacy of its message, with Skelly’s production lifting the song while allowing Brooke’s vocal to take the spotlight.
Her ability to write with openness, and then perform with fire and soul, continues to set her apart. Where her debut album announced her arrival, this new single proves she is here to stay.
Review
‘How Can I Tell You? (To Love Me More)’ is a stunning single that captures both heartache and hope. The vintage soul backdrop feels warm and timeless, but it is Brooke’s vocal that commands the most attention. Rich, emotive, and full of conviction, she sings every line as though it is carved straight from her heart.
The hook is irresistible, staying with you long after the track ends, and the production is perfectly judged. The arrangement is smooth, stylish, and full of depth, yet it never overshadows the core strength of Brooke’s delivery.
What makes the song special is the way it transforms something painful into something uplifting. It is intimate and deeply personal, but the honesty makes it universal. ‘How Can I Tell You? (To Love Me More)’ shows Brooke Combe at her most powerful – an artist unafraid to be vulnerable while still writing songs that you cannot help but move to.