Throughout, there’s a sense that every instrument is following Cherie’s vocals like a shadow, echoing her phrasing and complementing the harmonies perfectly.

Moments of pause create space for the song’s sentiment to breathe, with the production feeling carefully considered and never overcrowded. When the chorus hits, the brass section bursts through, adding emphasis and a welcome splash of jazz and funk colour. It’s an infectious, feel-good groove, one for the hairbrush-in-front-of-the-mirror singers (do we still do that?).

There’s a happiness and bounce here that’s hard to resist. It conjures up images of people skipping down sunlit streets under cherry blossom trees, like pulling back the curtains on a bright morning and knowing it’s going to be a great day. The heavy bass that underpins the verses deepens that funk feel, keeping the rhythm grounded while everything else sparkles around it.

Cherie’s vocals are light and bubbly, with the kind of power that could easily dominate a melody, but she holds back just enough to let it feel effortless, like candyfloss in the wind. There’s a hint of Anastacia in her strength, the cool chic of Joss Stone, and a touch of Corinne Bailey Rae in her soulful warmth. It’s a gorgeous blend, soulful, powerful, and authentic.

Lyrically, “Doing My Own Thang” feels like another chapter in Cherie’s ongoing story of empowerment and self-discovery. The passionate first few lines set up that journey beautifully; she’s been lost, she’s found her way again, and she’s choosing to move forward on her own terms. There’s a message here about liberation, about shaking off the weight of one thing at a time, and recognising the strength in starting anew.

The mid-break reinforces this with heartfelt advice, to believe in yourself, to trust the power within. It’s written with honesty and vulnerability, likely drawn from personal experience, and that makes it all the more relatable.

Ultimately, “Doing My Own Thang” is a track that radiates positivity and resilience. It’s easy to imagine it becoming an anthem of empowerment, especially resonant for LGBTQ+ listeners and anyone who’s ever had to rebuild or rediscover themselves.

Soulful, uplifting, and utterly infectious, it’s a confident stride forward from Cherie D’Avino.

13th November 2025