Singer-songwriter Evenson's latest single, You, dives into sultry, introspective territory, marking a compelling evolution in the rising pop artist's sound. Blending psychedelic R&B with touches of neo-soul, the track channels the smoothness and groove that follows his acclaimed 2024 debut EP, Sadly, I Still Love You. Written and produced by Evenson himself, You exudes sensuality and emotional depth, standing out as his most intimate release to date.
The track's creation story adds another layer to the song’s authenticity. Evenson recalls that You emerged in a sudden creative burst at the end of a songwriting camp. After days of searching for the right words and sounds, inspiration struck, and the chords, drums, and lyrics came together in just thirty minutes. The song encapsulates a powerful sense of yearning—a longing for a connection that feels real yet just out of reach, a universal topic that everyone can adapt to their own personal experience.
Following the viral success of his 2024 hit If I Ever Feel Better, You signals a fresh creative direction for Evenson but also represents the embodiment of an artistic path he's been building for a while. “I looked inward to find my place in the world. My relationship with art was important. I was listening to Kid Cudi and Lorde as a kid, as well as Frank Ocean, Prince, and Bowie. My mom was always playing music around the house. Music had a big role in my evolution. It made it okay for me to feel things intensely and deeply, he shares. His distinctive blend of soulful introspection and immersive production reflects his Haitian-American roots and dedication to exploring themes of intimacy and vulnerability in an honest and sonically attractive way.