"When I Close My Eyes," Kalisway's latest single, is an outpouring of love, fear, hope, and gratitude. With smooth melodies and touching lyrics, the track draws on that universal desire for connection, making it instantly relatable.
The moment the first notes land, listeners are immersed in an environment of urgency. The honeyed, evocative vocals are a tender provocation to reflect on the most visceral emotions attached to love. "When I Close My Eyes" is an ode to the still, private moment when we can disappear into someone we care about. Kalisway's song is a warm hug for anyone who's ever felt the call of love, whether it's the old loves you miss or the ones you fantasize about.
Kalisway succeeds at mixing traditional parts of romantic ballads with more contemporary sounds, forging a sense of timelessness in this track to which anyone willing to feel and share emotions should relate. The swirly production works with the lyrics to create a dreamy atmosphere where the listener sinks into the words and feels them. The emotion that Kalisway brings through her voice raises the stakes of the song, reinforcing that love is not to be taken lightly, that it's a force that can't go unchecked and deserves our dearest cherish.
But beyond the sonics, "When I Close My Eyes" also shares a message of gratitude. As Kalisway shares the song, she raises her humble thanks to the thousands who have dared to listen, some 700+ hearts and minds opening to the music of the Kalisway way. The artist is grateful for the chance that she can make this art, and is grateful in advance. It is also about the people who listen to, connect with, and enjoy the experience of this piece of art together.
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