“That’s What I’m Thinkin’” is a soulful new single from Southern California-based artist Annika Bellamy, capturing the escapist rush of imagining romantic possibilities with someone special. Brassy flourishes, melodic keys, and jazzy bass complement Bellamy’s self-penned lyrics, while her Dutch, Indonesian, and European Spanish heritage adds another dimension to her eclectic artistic background.
A vibrant melding of brassy allure and melodic keys kickstarts the track, followed by Bellamy’s relatable introspection. “Sometimes I get lost in my imagination, take a little vacation,” she sings. “Sail away to a sweet place in my mind.” Those themes of escapism and daydreaming deepen into a smitten state as she admits, “’cause if you think I’m somewhere else, you’re right, I’m somewhere else with you.” Oceanside-set affection is then conveyed as the brass tones emerge amidst suave guitar stylings, continuing a harmonious and approachable sound.
“Got lost in the feeling, like we were dreaming,” Bellamy continues to capture that idyllic state, bolstered by a beautiful bridge that is dynamic in moving from flourishes of effervescent piano to a jazzy bass immersion, stirring as the three-minute turn approaches. A satiating finale then ensues, where a drive to “break through this blanket of grey” reciprocates with heartfelt adoration that is blissful enough to provide an escape from reality. “That’s What I’m Thinkin’” is a sincerely impactful track from Annika Bellamy.
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This and other tracks featured this month can be streamed on the updating Obscure Sound’s ‘Emerging Singles’ Spotify playlist.
