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Review: "Stranger (2025 Version)" - as1one

Pejah Carr

as1one Stranger 2025 Version Cover Art


Amassing over 1 million views in the past 3 months, as1one's reimagined single, "Stranger 2025 Version," touches fans with its incredibly raw account on love and loss. Carrying a sentimentality throughout its warm melody and candid lyrics, the track reminds us of the risk we take in allowing ourselves to fall in love, in allowing ourselves and our hearts to be completely vulnerable. as1one captures the complicated back-and-forth that is yearning and acceptance, singing in the midst of inevitable change and Life's cruel continuity. Full of hopefulness, pining, adoration, and a fondness for what or who once was, as1one successfully pulls at our heart strings yet again, giving us a beautiful song that we simply can't get enough of. "Stranger" forces us to come to terms with the question we've all asked ourselves: "Will I be a stranger when I see you again?"


At its core, "Stranger" is a compelling track that makes us reflect on our emotional dilemmas while still managing to look forward. Starting out with a simple, delicate piano instrumental and steady vocals, the listener is instantly drawn to every lyric and breath. While the vocals aren't isolated, they stand out in the intricately built texture of the track, creating a dramatic, yet sentimental feel. As the verse progresses, more instruments are introduced and the emotional impact grows with each passing measure. The tight harmonies, firm drums, and catchy melody seem to become more and more impassioned as one keeps listening. Though the subject matter is heavy in its realness, the upbeat tone works to uplift our spirits, urging us to hold our heads high in hopes that we will reunite with that special someone. In all, as1one's production, lyricism, and creative vision really shine through in this song, giving us something warm to hold onto in our turmoil and hardship.


Composed of 6 members, Aseel Farah, Nadav Philips, Neta Rozenblat, Niv Lin, Ohad Attia, and Sadik Abu Dogosh, as1one has entered the pop world with wide great ambition, diverse perspectives, and an abundance of talent. Forming in 2022 and relocating to the U.S. in 2023, the group has devoted itself to writing and recording music that aims to not only touch people's hearts but also their minds. Arriving in the states during a critical point in global history and conflict, right before the Israel-Hamas war, the group has channeled their sentiments through a foundational brotherhood built from their shared love for music and sound. Using pop as the vessel, as1one spreads its powerful messages to all, inspiring listeners to overcome adversity and keep pushing forward no matter what. For more updates and releases, follow their socials below!



Written By Pejah Carr



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