The track is part of 2.5, a release that serves as a bridge between the artist’s previous album 2 and upcoming new project 3
An artist who describes himself as being raised by “grandparents and fast food”, ‘hey mom’ is a new track from boywithahalo that sees the artist writing from the perspective of a young child missing their mother who has left permanently in seek of a new life overseas, leaning on his own personal experiences growing up in Asia as a reference point.
The unique feel of the sound and the artist’s distinctive, creative appeal makes for an interesting listening experience throughout that matches the ambition of its narrative, with his self-produced style giving it a real sense of personality and charm. The track explores a range of styles including R&B, folk rock and electronica, further showcasing the prolific artist’s deftness when it comes to splicing different ideas and sounds together and coming up with thoughtful ideas. All of this aids a narrative that is full of heart and a sense of longing that feels palpable, making for a moment of solace and kinship with people that have been through similar experiences themselves.
