In You Are The Morning, jasmine.4.t delivers a debut that feels as intimate as it does expansive, blending raw storytelling with lush, collaborative arrangements. Across the album’s thirteen tracks, the trans singer-songwriter weaves deeply personal narratives that span themes of self-discovery, love, rejection, and resilience—all carried by her evocative voice and backed up by composition that can’t be tied to one genre.

The album’s title track, “You Are The Morning,” is a standout moment. Opening with gentle, finger picked guitar, the song unfurls into a lush arrangement featuring breezy strings. Jasmine’s vocals hover delicately over the instrumentation, exuding both vulnerability and warmth as she sings of belonging and connection: “You still want me around, you make me feel okay.” It’s a heartfelt ode to queer friendship and solidarity, setting the tone for an album steeped in raw honesty.

This sense of connection is mirrored in the collaborative spirit of the record. Produced by Phoebe Bridgers, Lucy Dacus, and Julien Baker of boygenius, You Are The Morning carries the emotional depth and organic spontaneity that the trio’s own music is known for. Jasmine’s all- trans band—featuring Phoenix Rousiamanis on piano and strings, Eden O’Brien on drums, and Emily Abbott on bass—brings a cohesive yet adventurous energy to the arrangements. The group’s camaraderie can be felt throughout the album, particularly on tracks like “Best Friend’s House,” a brief interlude reflecting Jasmine’s experience of being rejected by her family and finding solace in chosen family. With a chorus featuring her bandmates, boygenius, and other queer artists, the track encapsulates the communal resilience at the heart of the album.

Musically, You Are The Morning is as diverse as it is cohesive. From the hazy folk of “Highfield” to the euphoric grunge of “Skin on Skin,” Jasmine’s ability to traverse genres without losing her emotional core is striking. The opening track, “Kitchen,” feels like a whispered secret, its airy acoustic strumming capturing the intimacy of a late-night confession. In contrast, “Breaking in Reverse” closes with a playful, 90s-inspired guitar riff that hints at Jasmine’s grunge influences.
Tracks like “New Shoes” showcase the album’s emotional intensity. Originally written for her ex-spouse, the song juxtaposes tender piano melodies with fuzzed-out guitars, creating a sense of both nostalgia and catharsis. The rawness of Jasmine’s performance—her voice breaking with emotion—is unforgettable.

The album’s closing track, “Woman,” is perhaps its most powerful statement. Backed by the Trans Chorus of Los Angeles, Jasmine’s declaration, “I am, in my soul, a woman,” is both triumphant and tender, a moment of self-affirmation that brings the album full circle. The inclusion of the choir amplifies the song’s emotional weight, transforming it into a communal anthem of resilience and identity.

At its core, You Are The Morning exemplifies the power of storytelling—not just as a means of processing pain but as a way of fostering connection and creating joy. Jasmine’s journey is deeply personal, yet the themes she explores are universally resonant. The album’s production—intimate yet expansive, polished yet raw—reflects this duality, offering listeners a window into both Jasmine’s world and their own.

You Are The Morning is a devastatingly beautiful debut that balances heartbreak with hope. It’s a record that asks hard questions about identity, belonging, and the cost of creating art from pain, but it also offers answers in the form of love, community, and self-acceptance. Jasmine.4.t has not only crafted a remarkable debut but also established herself as a vital voice in modern music.

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