If you are looking for a good song to chill to after a long day or something to reflect on as you delve into your journey of contemplations, Cynic by ZiL, featuring Maria Shockey, might be the record for you. The song starts with synth beats and an electric piano beautifully enhancing the vibe that ZiL creates with his deep lyricism and hardened voice.
He begins the song with “My last girl said this & My first girl said that. And the other one caught quits even though we go way back.” This definitely sets the tone for the rest of the song.
Cynic is a heads up to those who didn’t survive tumultuous relationships and, as a result, grew distant and cold and kept people at arm’s length, scared to relive the same journey again. This song is a cynical take on Cynicism and depicts what it feels like to get traumatized. He sings about wanting attention yet pleads with his partner not to get attached.
Cynic brings the coldness to the forefront with the synth beats pursuing throughout the whole song. However, a new piano rhythm can be heard in the back as Maria’s verses begin. Her euphonious soft voice wonderfully complements ZiL’s subtlety.
Maria continues: In that late night comfort zone/ I put your heart before my own. This line juxtaposes the narrative that ZiL demonstrated, conveying that coldness is all that’s left after you give your heart away.
Despite the tragedy that is depicted, Cynic has this solemn yet transcendent ambiance which makes a reposeful or concentrated listening or study session.
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Review by: Naomi Joan