Stella Lefty explains Kahan’s credit on Boston & Stick Season
When two massive folk-pop hits seem to dance in the same rhythm, it’s often a mystery. For Stella Lefty, the unexpected collision of her track Boston and Noah Kahan’s breakout hit Stick Season led to a fascinating conversation about inspiration, credit, and the magic of songwriting.
Lefty recently opened up about the origins of her hit, revealing that the song was a deeply personal reflection on her relationship with country musician Vincent Mason. She wrote it shortly after the pair first met in Nashville, grounding the song in a very specific, real-life experience.
When the similarities emerged, Lefty admitted she didn’t immediately recognize the resemblance to Kahan’s work. “When I was writing this song, I wasn’t thinking about Noah Kahan,” she explained. “I was literally thinking about nothing at all.”
It wasn’t until Kahan’s representatives reached out, noting the uncanny resemblance, that the story took a turn. Lefty decided that rather than stepping on anyone’s toes, she chose to give Kahan songwriting credit for Boston before it was officially released, making a gesture of goodwill between the artists.
The narrative surrounding Stick Season is another highlight of the year. Kahan positioned the track as a reflection on the seasonal transition, capturing the mood of change—a feeling that resonated widely, especially in the UK where it became the biggest song of 2024.
Meanwhile, Lefty is continuing her ascent, with Boston featured on her debut album Long Way Home. She is currently embarking on an 18-date North American headline tour, setting her sights on major stages across the continent.
The folk-pop scene is buzzing with momentum. Kahan is currently touring in support of his fourth album, The Great Divide, and has announced major stadium plans, including three Last Of The Bugs shows in the UK and Ireland for next year. This trajectory shows how deeply personal storytelling, whether about a relationship or the turning of the seasons, can translate into massive, cross-genre success.
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