In "Waste Time," Hannah Stokes blends neo-soul with pop-jazz to explore the frustration of repeating mistakes and feeling time slip away. Inspired by the 70s rock spirit of Aretha Franklin and the city-pop charm of Taeko Ohnuki, the song captures a mix of nostalgia and modernity. Producer Jordan Morales complements Stokes' smooth, soulful vocals with a warm bossa nova rhythm, creating a reflective yet upbeat track that feels timeless.

The song tackles “hurry sickness,” where the rush to make the most of time ironically leads to wasting it. Stokes’ vocal clarity and emotional depth invite listeners into this universal struggle with introspection and warmth. Her unique style and genre-blurring sound make "Waste Time" a compelling addition to today’s neo-soul landscape. For fans of soulful storytelling and soothing melodies, "Waste Time" provides a beautiful, relatable meditation on time, patience, and self-discovery.