Jacksonport creates a soulful, poetic narrative on his latest single, Kissing Me at Three, released on June 30, 2023. Co-produced with Adrian Olsen, the song encapsulates an intimate, languid winter’s day, offering listeners a heartening refuge from the chaos of everyday life.
Kissing Me at Three is a hymn to the languor of winter, capturing the essence of a couple’s tranquil day spent at home. The lyrics evoke rich, visual scenes: a magnolia tree bearing the weight of fresh snowfall, a wicker chair creaking under the warmth of shared love, and a drying rack adorned with fragrant herbs. These elements are woven together with a narrative that speaks to the simple yet profound joy of shared moments, where time itself seems to pause at three o’clock.
The cosy imagery is made all the more vivid by the warm, soothing timbre of Jacksonport’s voice. The acoustic guitar and piano underscore the narrative, accompanying the vocals like a gentle snowfall, soft and unobtrusive. The melody is comforting, the chorus catchy yet unassuming, repeating the line “And you’ll be kissing me at three” like a sweet promise whispered between lovers.
But it’s not all gentle, hushed moments. Jacksonport introduces a playful contrast with the line, “The snow pairs better with a dry martini,” a nod to the lighthearted banter that punctuates the quietude. The song, in its entirety, is a narrative of love that is felt in the stillness, in the shared smiles, and in the warm kisses at three.
Kissing Me at Three is intimate yet expansive, showcasing the beauty of the mundane and transforming a lazy day into a celebration of love and togetherness.