Canadian born Brooklyn-based singer-songwriter Jenny Kern’s latest track, Intoxicate Me, is a symbiotic blend of euphoria and despair. Released under the banner of Snafu Records on October 5, 2023, this track is a sonic journey that delves deep into the realm of passion, addiction, and the intoxicating dance of love.
Kern’s ethereal vocals seemlessly weave a tale of dizzying love and its overwhelming grip. An atmospheric soundscape, reminiscent of a hazy dream, perfectly complements the lyrical narrative, creating a blend that’s both haunting and mesmerizing. It’s a song that pulls you along on a journey through the myriad facets of emotional vulnerability.
The lyrics, co-penned by Kern and Rich Tuorto, are well-crafted, especially with lines like “Never felt like this before; Your hold is exhausting” and “I might get your name tattooed; Run my mouth without thinking,” which paint a vivid picture of a love that’s all-consuming, reckless, and dangerously addictive. It’s a love that’s both a drug and a poison, a feverish high that’s hard to shake off.
But what truly sets Intoxicate Me apart is its relatability. Who hasn’t felt the dizzying highs and lows of love? Who hasn’t been intoxicated by someone to the point of recklessness? Kern taps into these feelings.
The chorus, with its repetitive “You intoxicate me,” is an earworm, adding to the intensity of the track. Overall, Jenny Kern’s Intoxicate Me is a song that captures raw emotion with finesse and authenticity, flowing as a melancholic beauty with a poignant elegance.