VanMilli’s “Mary Jane” is a smooth and soulful ode to a love that transcends pain and elevates the spirit. Born Gerald Nwosu and now based in Barcelona, VanMilli blends his global influences with a deeply personal narrative, creating a track that feels both intimate and universal.
The song opens with a gentle yet catchy riff, evoking the romance of a Spanish ballad seamlessly fused with a rhythmic hip-hop beat. When VanMilli’s voice emerges, the glitzy, sharp beat stabs inside. His verse gets more sonorous and vocally stylistic, which brings a subtle dynamism to the music and brings more emotion, desire and desperation to his voice. Midway through, the verse comes like a mix-up of spoken word and rap, that alternates to singing.
The song is like a meditation and a manifestation with its refrains instilling a reassuring safety and security in your heart. Lyrically, “Mary Jane” is a love letter that celebrates a companion who provides solace and joy. It carries a romantic sincerity, capturing the euphoria and dependence that come with a profound connection.
Influenced by icons such as Drake, J. Cole, and Damian Marley, the artist’s music is an eclectic mix that defies categorization, appealing to listeners across cultures and genres.
The accompanying music video, directed by Katherin Wermke, enhances this intimacy. Set in a warmly lit recording studio, the minimalist visuals focus entirely on VanMilli’s performance. With closed eyes and impassioned body language, he sings directly to “Mary Jane,” making the audience feel as though they’re witnessing a deeply personal moment.
If you are a fan of hopelessly romantic music, check out the music video of “Mary Jane” on Spotify.
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Review by: Naomi Joan