NOEL's song "Heart Full of Ghosts" takes listeners on an emotional journey of love and self-sabotage. The speaker of the song is self-aware as he falls into the wonder of a new relationship, acknowledging his fragility and negative tendencies with lyrics like "I'm a live grenade." There's an admiration of the speaker's partner that glows throughout the lyrics, marveling at her ability to embrace the relationship even with the speaker's fears. Locked in a cycle of hope and hesitance, this song takes listeners into the mind of someone caught up in their actions in the past, unable to focus on the present. With internal conflicts and a hesitant approach to romance, this song captures what it's like to love when you haven't fully healed from your past.
Palm-muted guitar and raspy, intimate vocals open this dark pop song with a heavy, enticing atmosphere. NOEL's deep and melodic singing emboldens the lyrics with a soulful quality that starts off quiet, and develops in range and volume with a fascinating texture as the song goes on. Layers of ambient piano and violin create a dramatic build towards the chorus where the instrumentals shift into a more simple backing jazzy piano and snappy percussion. Electric guitar, bolder drums, and resonant vocals drive the song into the realm of alternative rock as NOEL's powerful vocals passionately work through the lyrics with a mix of falsetto and belting packed with feeling.
NOEL, also known as Noel Sönnerbo, is an artist from Stockholm whose musical career flourished after his musical talents caught the attention of listeners across TikTok. From recording musical covers in his bedroom to putting out original songs and collaborating with artists like Boy In Space, Clara Mae, and many more. Originally, NOEL's career plans were headed down an athletic path, but after an injury, he resiliently pursued music. With his originals amassing hundreds of thousands of streams, and an emotionally vulnerable lyricism that resonates with listeners, NOEL's music is a genuine and moving experience. Check out the links below to keep up with his music.
Written By Hanna Kowal
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