In this edition of LITM Pop Picks, songs take on love in all its forms, whether it settles in the self, or tethers to another. The songs build and layer on momentum with swells that build. This list features TaniA Kyllikki, Stoneshoes and Mark Masguro!
1. TaniA Kyllikki - I AM Good Enough
‘I AM Good Enough’ by TaniA Kylikki is a powerful, soulful piano ballad that reflects on the self. Through the song, the narrator begins to find themselves, slow but sure, building momentum in swells of emotion. Piano melodies set the tone of the song, while its lyrics highlighted the song’s elevating, empowering theme of self-love. “...I deserve to be free from a lifetime of hurt…” the narrator proclaims, moving through emotions that descend into the depths of hate before moving towards light love. Soulful swells highlight this change, as our narrator turns into someone who fully acknowledges and loves themselves.
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2. Stoneshoes - Now Is the Time
‘Now Is the Time’ by Stoneshoes is a bright, rhythmic track that seems settled in its feelings and emotions. Its melodies and beats promise a good time, while its lyrics spell good cheer and positive vibes and affirmations. “...As long as we’re together…(let’s) have a great day today…”. Those lyrics hold in them a lightness that feels settled and liberating, a mood that feels full of love and light. Love for self and others that seems deeply settled, with a groove that spreads the cheer while feeling bright, wholesome and positive. Fun, engaging, groovy and promising a bright time.
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3. Mark Masguro - Summer Night’s Dream
‘Summer Night’s Dream- Extended Version’ by Mark Masguro and Beatman is a bright and expansive tune that pulls its listener in. Our narrator on the track urges vulnerability, as the track continues to build and expand out into this bright, light celebration of love at first sight. “...Let me show you who I am tonight…”. Here, the narrator seems to urge vulnerability, allowing it to spill over, like the expansiveness of their affection. But the song takes a turn towards the end, where, almost like a response, the lines shift in tone. “...You keep asking way too much…”.
An immersive, engaging push and pull that keeps you listening.
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