For all the bubblegum pop territory he’s covered, SOPHIE hasn’t made a song this candid yet. “BIPP” and “ELLE” were strange, lurking introductions; “LEMONADE” and “HARD” were no-holds-barred masterpieces of experimental pop. The reclusive British producer’s most recent two singles have been a little more traditional - “MSMSMSM” was a one-dimensional yet enjoyable trap song, and this track is a straight-up pop ballad. However, it’s still got that SOPHIE touch, and it’s lighter than ever. “JUST LIKE WE NEVER SAID GOODBYE” is a lesson in minimalism; this song evokes so many feelings with so little, both lyrically and instrumentally.
It’s pure pop songwriting once again that does the trick. The lead synth, constantly wobbling, interplays with
It’s pure pop songwriting once again that does the trick. The lead synth, constantly wobbling, interplays with