n8land. The land of Nate. In artistic terms, it absolutely is his land, a comforting place where the American talent is able to express himself in all of his relatable energy. ‘dumbfound’ is the perfect evidence of that, a stunning and catchy piece that’s incredibly forward-thinking and contemporary, borrowing dubstep influences in an intoxicating electronic pop format. Released last summer, the song laid the basis for n8land’s nuanced creative vision, one that seeks to first and foremost deliver meaningful and welcoming lyricism.
In ‘dumbfound’, the Arizonian artist delves into the consequences of a romantic encounter, sparking the willingness to pursue a long-term relationship. Such vibrant songwriting is punctuated by gritty bass tones, borrowed from n8land’s production prowess. The contrast between such a tender, mainstream topic and the more alternative sonic livery makes the record an instant hit.
Speaking about the inspiration behind the song, n8land explains: “Lyrics of this genre tend to be a little too straightforward often just blatantly stating the punchline of the song. I wanted to tell my story through the listener really thinking about what I was saying. This song is catchy and has not left my friends’ and my head.”
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