Rob Eberle’s “hope u feel ok” transcends the genre of breakup music. This heartfelt single isn’t about anger or blame. Instead, it explores the emotional fallout from both sides of a love story gone wrong and the ex-partners, showing their empathy for the other who survived the crash—almost.
The singer, songwriter, and producer from NY, Eberle gives you a dual narrative approach, which is impressively unique and mature. The lyrics portray the processing of the breakup with the shared thread of love and respect remaining till the end.
Musically, the song is a hauntingly beautiful companion to the lyrics. The melody shimmers with melancholic beauty, underscored by building electric riffs and a tense drumbeat. Another layer of chiming guitar brings that dreamy and nostalgic yearning vibes, while Eberle’s grainy yet delicate and high vocals come with grit and introspective vulnerability. The chorus expands the layers with reverb echoing amidst the sonic field and his voice soaring with empathy, despite the hurt. Halfway through, the song takes a turn. The guitars grind and get gritty, mirroring the frustration simmering beneath the surface. The bridge becomes a space for him to unleash his emotions – frustration, confusion, and a touch of anger at the misunderstandings that led them here.
Fans of FINNEAS, Elliott Smith, and Billie Eilish will find themselves right at home with “hope u feel ok.” However, his voice and his empathy and thoughtfulness might even remind you of Alec Benjamin. Keep an eye on Rob Eberle, because he has an EP called COLLATERAL DAMAGE coming out soon.
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Review by Naomi Joan