GENRE; Alternative indie R&B/ Blue Eyed Soul/ R&B/ Soul/ Alternative Pop/ Art Pop
RELEASE DATE; 21 September, 2026
RATING; 4/5
“Obsession” reflects the intimate bond that a person develops with music which they cannot do without. It is based on the concept of always keeping the earbuds nearby and looks at music as a source of comfort, joy, solace and reflection. Instead of viewing this connection as a temporary emotion, 50mething makes it the main theme of the song, producing one that seems to be grounded in the ordinary experience of grabbing hold of music every time an emotional outlet is required.
The song has a highly infectious bass line which is continuous throughout the piece and thus provides “Obsession” with a definite musical base right from the start to the end. During the chorus the guitar playing comes forward, contributing an additional level to the overall arrangement, and the harmonised vocals add greater depth to the vocal parts. Since all the various elements have a clearly established role in the production, the song is able to build up gradually without losing focus on its main theme.
The situation is especially notable when “Obsession” comes to its end, the brass section playing a distinct closing section. The transition from the repeated bass line and the chorus guitar to the final brass section gives the song a satisfying feeling of progression. The blend of bass, guitar, harmonised vocals and brass results in a richly layered production yet still maintains a clear focus on the song’s main idea — the constant need to have music nearby.
‘Obsession’, which was made entirely by 50mething in a home studio, shows the process of turning a personal idea into a thoughtfully put together recording. Its attractiveness lies in the straightforward nature of its topic and the care that has been taken with the various parts of the production. Because of its distinctive bass line, the chorus guitar, the harmonised vocals, and the ending featuring brass, ‘Obsession’ treats music both as its subject and as the means of expressing emotions, thus transforming that lasting connection into a concentrated and interesting original single.
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