This edition of LITM Pop Picks brings to you music that will fit perfectly within romcoms to energetic, emotive electronic pop tracks that will not let you sit still. The list features artists Zara Angeline, barDe, Liona Jahmara, and more.
Zara Angeline - I Met You In June
Gentle, dreamy vocals paving the way for the track, ‘I Met You In June’ by Zara Angeline encapsulates the idea of the right person, right time. The soft instrumentation combined with the vivid storytelling contributes towards the song inhabiting a warm, nostalgic atmosphere. All of these qualities also make the song a perfect component in a rom-com. The track might remind you of the earlier work of Taylor Swift, owing to the sweet, narrative style of songwriting. Soft, dreamy, and filled with the sense of a sweet longing, the song will have you feeling like you are watching a montage of your life’s beautiful moments.
barDe - Next to Last Girl
Taking you back to the days when synth pop music was all the rage, ‘Next to Last Girl’ by barDe is a groovy, fun sounding track that delves with heartaching themes. The song deals with the idea of unrequited love and always finding oneself on that side of love alone, and considering a lot of teen romcoms deal with such themes, this song will make you think of such movies. The vocals are full of soul and also a slight level of sass, which gives it a dramatic feel. With retro synth pop feel-good vibes but also with elements that might take you back in time and leave you reminiscing, this song in our opinion will prove a lovely listen.
Liona Jahmara - Do you see me
A hypnotic electric guitar riff starting off the track, ‘Do you see me’ by Liona Jahmara will have you hooked to its sound right from the first note. The song has a blend of R&B elements and Reggae elements, alongside groovy electronic beats, giving a spellbinding quality to the song. Jahmara’s vocals are equally infectious, as they take upon layering and reverbations. Lyrically, the song is all about choosing to rise up against all odds and keep your head high, not carrying if the world acknowledges your grit or not. With rhythms that will have your soul and body swaying and lyrics that will give you strength and hope, this one is a must listen.
Alexandrie - Rockstar
With a soundscape that will make you feel like you're driving under a sunset sky along free, wide roads, ‘Rockstar’ by Alexandrie will calm your senses while bringing to your rhythms that you cannot not groove to. The production leans towards indie, lo-fi, synth-pop, among other things. The vocals are largely light and floaty, acting juxtaposition to the title of the track, which might make you think of gritty, powerful vocals. The instrumentation choices are such that nothing about the soundscape feels overwhelming or overpowering, and elements balance each other out beautifully, to give way for a laid back, easy listening experience.
Eylsia Nicolas - A Beautiful Mess
Starting off with roaring synths, ‘A Beautiful Mess’ by Eylsia Nicolas makes no attempt at being any sort of subtlety right from the get go. The track falls along the lengths of electronic pop, EDM, and synth-pop, giving it a dancefloor ready quality. The notes of the song are such that you can’t help but groove to it without being able to help yourself. The song might make you think of Lady Gaga’s discography. Full of energy, full of groove, and full of emotionality, this song will make your perfect cathartic release on the dancefloor as you move while being bathed in neon lights.
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