Besso, the 22-year-old French-born sensation, delivers As I Am, a track that’s both a nod to retro dance vibes and a deep dive into the intricacies of love.
He draws listeners into a world where love is both familiar and unpredictable. The repetitive lines “I know it’s only usual to you” and “You know it’s only usual” serve as a haunting reminder of the cyclical nature of relationships, where patterns often repeat and emotions can become routine. Yet, there’s an underlying plea, a yearning for something more, something beyond the ‘usual’.
The atmospheric soundscape Besso crafts is lush and expansive, reminiscent of a dream where reality blurs at the edges. It’s in this dreamy realm that his poignant vocals float effortlessly, delivering lines like “Take me as I am, with a stone in my hand,” hinting at vulnerability, a willingness to fight, and a plea for acceptance all at once.
Besso’s exploration of love as both a battlefield and a playground is evident throughout the track. He urges listeners to find balance, recognise the sweet escapes, and cherish the fleeting sweet days. The duality of love’s nature is further emphasised with lines like “Hell could only know, the reasons we’re so cold.” It’s a dance—a push and pull between warmth and coldness, presence and absence.
The track’s upbeat, dance vibe is a clever juxtaposition to its deeper lyrical content. It’s as if Besso is inviting listeners to dance through the pain, to find joy in the midst of heartache, and to celebrate the complexities of love.
In As I Am, Besso masterfully blends depth and authenticity into love’s ever-evolving dance.