Dazzling with a bouncy, colorful electronic danceability, “Too Bad, So Sad” is a compelling new track from Martone. The Detroit-based artist impressed us with a blend of house and soulful pop on the track “Chocolate (Drumapella Mix)” in March, and he continues to excel here with “Too Bad, So Sad,” which also features Intelligent Diva. The track comes via Martone’s upcoming album, Phoenix Rising: The Emperor’s Ascension.
A debonair title-touting vocal persists initially amidst percussive pulses and radiant electronic flourishes. Martone’s ensuing delivery exudes a spoken-word introspection, ruminating with melancholic reflection on betrayal and remarking “it could’ve been beautiful.” Its conveyances of a romance turned into tumult, following initial bliss, prove gripping.
Intelligent Diva’s more fervent vocal prowess — straddling hip-hop and pop — invigorates in its confident push. The “too sad” context is now flipped around, representing one’s partner as losing out, instead of the other way around. “Too Bad, So Sad” is an empowering, magnetic success from Martone and Intelligent Diva.
“‘Too Bad, So Sad’ is a conversation between heartbreak and healing,” Martone says. “I laid down the vulnerability, and Intelligent Diva stormed in with strength and self-love. It mirrors that moment when your best friend grabs your hand and reminds you exactly who you are.”
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