VIBI’s latest single “kissing a friend” delves into the pining feelings you have but can’t express to your friend. It seems like most of your personality revolves around being appealing to him. Your friend enjoys your company, but so much of his time is spent mourning his former relationship. Every song you listen to together and place you go are tailored to what he enjoys. But no matter how many drives you spend together listening to his playlists, he still plays the songs that remind him of her. His ex is the center of his desires, and you are there to be his shoulder to cry on. When you’re with him, and when you’re without him, you imagine the coupley things you could do together. What remains at the center of your thoughts, however, is kissing him and becoming more than friends.
“kissing a friend” is a contemporary and dream pop single that goes through different yet perfectly meshed instrumental changes. We are first introduced to a solo piano and vocal duo with slight reverberation. These elements curate a dreamlike opener that serves to set an immediate calming tone. With each verse, a dramatic shift occurs in the primary instrument used. The first chorus alters the primary instrument from piano to guitar. As this chorus progresses, the piano is reintroduced and plays in tandem with the guitar. Each element bleeds together until it seems as though they had always been intertwined. In later sections of this single, percussive elements such as drums are introduced until each instrument shines in the final verses.
VIBI is a Canadian singer-songwriter who is currently based in Los Angeles, California. Her first jump into the music industry was by signing with Norwegian Songwriting and Production duo Stargate, who have worked with artists such as Rihanna. In 2019, she opened for Bryan Adams during his televised New Year's Eve concert in Niagara Falls. Some of her biggest musical inspirations are artists such as Kelly Clarkson, Zara Larsson, and Carrie Underwood. She has amassed thousands of followers across multiple social media platforms such as Instagram and Tiktok. She regularly performs at venues across both Canada and the US and has gained a decent following through these means. Make sure to follow her on social media and give “kissing a friend” a listen!
Written By Willow Gray
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