This edition of LITM Pop Picks brings to you dreamy romantic tracks, psych-pop tracks and much more. The list features artists Yurina, Matthew Jones, ALEN HIT, and more
Yurina - Liquid Gold
Starting off with an air of mystery that immediately wraps you up in intrigue, ‘Liquid Gold’ by Yurina is not your typical pop track. The instrumentation leans towards a psych-pop soundscape that feels atmospheric, drawing you in and keeping you wrapped up in its hypnotic rhythms. Darkness tinged synths characterise the track alongside enigmatic guitar riffs. The dual vocals give the song a cinematic feeling, an almost theatrical feel. The song is jaggedly groovy, and instead a smooth, flowy sort of groove that feels quite relaxing while maintaining an excitement. With dreamy, haunting sounds and textures, this song is a must-listen.
Matthew Jones - What Else Do I Need
A depth laden piano and acoustic guitar layer opening up the track, ‘What Else Do I Need’ by Matthew Jones will fill you up with gratitude for the higher power that looks out for you in all that you do. The instrumentation mirrors the depth that the song aims to convey, through building and layering that isn’t loud and boisterous, and is instead soft and intentionally crafted. Lyrically, the song captures the idea of accepting God’s guidance and leaving everything up to Him and not needing anything else to get you through this testing life, making it a song that all believers will be able to relate with.
ALEN HIT - #1 Problem
Bringing together thrill, mystery, intrigue and utterly magnetic grooves and rhythms, ‘#1 Problem’ by ALEN HIT is the pop storytelling you are missing out on. The instrumentation is utterly intoxicating, with modern pop hooks crafted together to achieve an unforgettable tune. The music video is the definition of luxury and lavishness, as it brings together danger and style. The music video follows a spy narrative that is riddled with seduction and mystery, offering the audience a true cinematic experience through its depiction of extravagant locations. Give it one listen and one watch, and it will definitely have you coming back for more.
Taya Elle - Rainy Days
Through a use of ethereal vocals and dreamy, hypnotic soundscapes ‘Rainy Days’ by Taya Elle makes sure it leaves its mark on your senses. The instrumentation makes use of pop and R&B sound elements which help create truly magnetic sound textures. Lush, dense and yet beautifully smooth and free flowing, the different layers in the song come together bringing about tones of melancholy and profound softness. Elle strays from the generic and brings together English and Spanish in her lyrics, paying attention to her roots in an unapologetic manner. Mesmerising and hauntingly beautiful, there is simply no walking away from the track after just one listen.
Grace Doty - Sunset Colors
A gentle and emotive piano and acoustic guitar layering starting off the track, ‘Sunset Colors’ by Grace Doty will have you daydreaming about your special someone. The instrumentation is largely guitar driven, and makes use of synth beats that ground the track. It doesn’t overdo with the layers it brings in, maintaining a simplicity that allows the song to be effortlessly smooth and flowy. Lyrically, the song captures the passion and desire that colours the kind of love that is here to stay, and compares it with the vibrant and dreamy colours of the sunset. It’s simply hard for all the romantics out there to not fall in love with its achingly beautiful song.
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