Niki N. Phaser

In 2002, Swedish indie-pop band Eskobar did a featuring with veteran singer-songwriter (and poet) Heather Nova. The song, named Someone New, was actually a mini international hit at the time, but unfortunately failed to establish the Swedish band as more than a one-hit-wonder. They certainly are more, you can look into it and will not be disappointed. Someone New is by no means a grower, it will get a hold on you from the first listen. The main bassline of the verse really sounds like someone worrying, which makes the more upbeat instrumentation of the chorus even more relieving. But, in all honesty, Someone New is not the kind of song that would work without its lyrics. The words outline the whole meaning and power of the song. It is about maintaining a special relationship with someone who is no longer your partner, about having no hard feelings and wanting them to be happy, as the chorus goes: “You’re gonna find someone new, I really hope you do, Cause I love you”. It is not a sappy, but quite a mature break-up song: “Yes, we gave it a try, But maybe for too long”. As a bonus, it also contains some of the most simple and yet heartbreaking lyrics about the dimensions of a relationship: “We used to take turns, To cover up the pain”. You can search the song wherever you get your music from and you’re gonna find Someone New, I really hope you do because it’s beautiful.

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