Written by Sidney Strunk
What happens when the person you were so sure you’d spend forever with moves on without you? With their new single “Forever”, brothers Abner and Harper James of indie-pop duo Eighty Ninety explore the daydream of what could have been.
Eighty Ninety take on a whole new approach to the subject of lost or unrequited love. It’s so easy to get lost in your own mind after a breakup, and “Forever” tells that story of getting caught up in the fantasy of what it would be like if you were still in love.
The lyrics feature deep cuts like "I'm still drunk / Trying to understand / How to get through life / If we’re not in love." This highlights the empty feeling of not knowing what to do without someone who was once your whole world, posing the question, how do you continue living your life when the person who made you love it, no longer loves you the same way?
The soft and dreamy voice of vocalist Abner James complements the storyline perfectly and makes it easy for the listener to get wrapped up in the song itself. Subtle echoing vocals put behind James’ lyrics bring an almost ethereal quality to the track.
The combination of heartbreaking lyrics, soft pop instrumentals, and melodic vocals makes this song truly captivating. A welcome addition to any playlist, the sound Eighty Ninety have achieved with "Forever" mixes flawlessly with artists like Taylor Swift and Lauv.
You can stream "Forever" now on all streaming platforms. Check out Eighty Ninety's merch store and be sure to follow their Twitter @Eighty_Ninety_ to keep up to date and be the first to hear about new music.
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