"Northern Attitude" is a song by American singer-songwriter Noah Kahan, released on September 16, 2022 as the second single from his third studio album, Stick Season.
[2] Encouraged by his co-producer and the recording engineer, Kahan developed the song, freestyling lyrics that tapped into deep-seated themes of isolation and self-discovery.
[2] Using the bleakness of winter to symbolize a closed heart, Kahan addresses the "northern attitude" of hesitancy and fear in relationships, which stemmed from his solitary upbringing.
[7] As the pace quickens, Holler Country describes Kahan's reverb-rich vocals deepening at the chorus and a dramatic piano played by Gabe Simon enhancing the mood.
[7] Kahan teased "Northern Attitude" in August 2022, a few weeks before the official release, on TikTok to preview his third album, Stick Season.