Mohini gets flurry and dreamy in her bluesy latest single, “blue,” released last Dec 8. If you are always living an alternate reality, “blue” is just for you. Its trance-like, upbeat music is going to make you feel validated for staying in your bubble for a little too long.
The track opens with mohini’s husky and clear voice singing slowly and contemplatively over a slow piano. As the beats kick in, rustling and hitting with their onslaught, the song transforms into a lively and upbeat groove, giving us that raw, punchy UK garage rock vibe. mohini gets catchy and sings with desire rushing out from her heart over the infectious instrumental, drawing us into her dreamy world of longing and desire. The piano’s soft tones underneath the drums and the relaxed haze in her soulful singing tone give the song a grounding yet dreamy and psychedelic numbing effect.
Lyrically, “blue” delves into the experience of being infatuated with someone, of daydreaming about them endlessly and romanticizing every interaction. Lines like “I won’t be coming clean, won’t face reality, I am pretty comfortable inside my little dream” illustrate mohini’s great escape into her blissful imagination. With a layer of her voice reverbed and hushed underneath, she gives sassy mock commentaries and brings that silly, naughty and playful energy.
As the song culminates, the horns blow with a lazy grandeur, which really gets our groove gushing all the more. When “blue” comes to a close, you will find yourself fully immersed in mohini’s world, reluctant to return to reality.
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Review By: Naomi Joan