It is easy to forget how much power a simple piano track holds until a song like this comes along. Toby Gad spent decades writing mega-hits for major pop stars, but hearing him focus on his own craft alongside Nottingham singer JERUB brings out something genuinely special.
Recorded at Dalston Lane Studios in East London, the track opens quietly before building into a huge, emotional landscape. Strings slide in around the keys, giving the whole piece a cinematic weight. What really grabs me is JERUB’s vocal performance and he carries this deep, raspy warmth that feels instantly honest, putting genuine heart into every lyric. The track explores the feeling of being isolated while everyone else seems to be celebrating.
Their natural creative chemistry makes perfect sense considering they previously joined forces on a fresh version of Madonna’s “Living For Love”. This single feels much more grounded and personal. Gad lets the instrumentation breathe so JERUB can take center stage, and the payoff is fantastic. I have had this track on repeat all morning. If you want soulful acoustic pop that actually moves you, give this a listen right away.
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