Ice cream is a simple treat that everyone knows and enjoys, especially during the Summer months to battle the heat. In "Ice=Cream", Lee Cole uses this treat as a metaphor for something much deeper: anxiety. Anxiety is something that is all too familiar for a number of people, often feeling all-consuming. Lee Cole portrays the experience of anxiety in a unique way by comparing the feelings of anxiety to a widely loved dessert. The memorable lyric "I've been melting away just like ice cream" is repeated throughout the song, and highlights the main theme. The feeling of "melting away" due to the tough mental battle against anxiety is something that everyone is likely to experience during their lives. With "Ice=Cream", Lee Cole also leaves his listeners with a beautiful note of encouragement, pushing them to continue to fight those battles, overcome their anxiety, and find the joy that comes from living in the moment.
The natural blend between impactful themes and rhythmic beats is something that Lee Cole has perfected, and "Ice=Cream" serves as an excellent example of that. Though "Ice=Cream" is about anxiety, it does not center solely around the negative feelings that are born from anxiety. Rather, the song feels very inspiring, reminding listeners that their anxiety does not define them or control them. The dreamy instrumentals and background music has a playful element to it, further showing listeners Lee Cole's message about living in the moment. With energetic, catchy melodies and an electronic sound interwoven throughout the background music, "Ice=Cream" is undeniably infectious. Anyone who listens to the song won’t be able to resist the urge let loose, dance freely along with Lee Cole, and release their anxieties. Lee Cole's unique, smooth-as-silk voice feels like a natural anxiety remedy in itself for listeners. His vocals, paired with an upbeat sound, makes "Ice=Cream" an unforgettable listening experience that gives listeners renewed energy and comfort knowing that their anxiety struggles are understood.
Lee Cole is a South African singer-songwriter who is widely known for blending pop, R&B, and soul. His latest single "Ice=Cream" was released February 28th, 2025, a highly anticipated project that follows the success of his previous hits: "I Don't Wanna Wait", "Blind", and "Pink Dragons". His hit single "Blind", released on February 23rd, 2024, peaked at #1 on Jacarda FM SA Top 10 and 5FM Pop Top 5, where it remained for four consecutive weeks. Additionally, "Blind" garnered over 1,42 plays across 21 radio stations and 85.57 million listeners. On January 22nd, 2025, Lee opened for another prominent music icon, Robbie Williams, at the Calabash 2025 concert in Cape Town, South Africa. This performance has marked another milestone in Lee Cole's rapidly growing career, pushing him further into the spotlights and into the hearts of many diverse audiences. With his deeply impactful music, unforgettable vocals, and incredible performances, Lee Cole has solidified his position as one of the talented rising stars of South Africa who will only continue to grow across the world.
Written By Kyler Griggs
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