Released on Jan 26, โSecret 13โ by Oliver Jordan is an intriguing, introspective journey into loss and the struggles of addiction. Recorded in DG-12 Studio, the song captivates you with its jittery undercurrent, shimmery acoustic guitar strumming, and thumping drums. The song creates an atmospheric and jangly vibe that sets the stage for the emotional narrative.
From the first notes, the swelling music evokes a cinematic melancholy and draws you into a world of reflection and contemplation. Oliver Jordanโs husky, laidback voice reverbed in the atmospheric haze has that psychedelic aura that intensifies the introspective nature of the lyrics and pours content into the immersive music.
The lyrics of โSecret 13โ are profoundly poetic and symbolic, offering insight into the pain of losing a friend to drugs. Phrases like โTV snowโ and โYour signal: weakโ vividly depict the singerโs observations of his friendโs struggle and his emotions surrounding the loss. The juxtaposition of light and dark, hope and despair, adds realism to the narrative of the โscary worldโ out there.
As the song progresses, Oliver Jordanโs poignant vocals carry the weight of the emotions expressed in the lyrics with a candid storytelling vibe. Lines like โYou spend a lot on meth and crackโ and โI want my money backโ confront the harsh realities of substance abuse with unflinching honesty.
โSecret 13โ is Oliver Jordanโs conduit to โeveryone who wants to quit.โ This hauntingly beautiful exploration of grief and addiction is expressed in a profundity of instrumentals and vocals. Oliver Jordan delivers a stirring tribute to those lost to the shadows of addiction while offering a glimmer of hope for those still fighting to find their way back into the light.
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Review By: Naomi Joan