Bgbgb Drops A Lively Remix That Beckons Classic Approaches
Bgbgb just released a single that takes one of his classic tracks and gives it a fresh reimagining, this time with a bigger, more colorful, and more upswing style, reminiscent of mid-to-late-'90s R&B music.
The song is called "Man's Journey", and it delves into what it's like to go through certain chapters of life as a man.
One of the things about the track that really speaks volumes to me is the simple fact that he can be so descriptive and a bit open in terms of how it feels to go through those kinds of changes and see life change around you as well.
In a way, the song is kind of about adapting to those changes as well. Being a better person, being there for those who need you, and just sort of changing with those elements of life so you can sort of put your family first and yourself last, in a way.
This is something that a lot of men do because they have to. But there's also a sense of purpose behind it that feels really good.
Bgbgb has really captured that sentiment super well on tracks like this one, and it speaks volumes about how he's able to come and not just be open with these kinds of things, but also depict them so well.
The original version of the song is smooth, classic-style R&B with a calm, laid-back sort of feel, layers of beautifully textured vocals, and flowing harmonies that give you a really meaningful sort of tonality as a whole.
That original version felt a little cinematic because of the mood that it put out there.
The new version is called "Man's Journey (Out of Character Remix)", and this gives off a whole different vibe.
As I mentioned a little earlier, the song is super upbeat now. It differs from the original in terms of its energy as well. The performances feel a little bit more intense, you really pick up on some of the backing vocals more, and there's loads of harmonies that are layered upon each other, giving the song a very lush and sort of full-bodied approach.
The beat is something that gives it that '90s tonality. It's almost like a classic hip-hop or dance-pop-style beat, not just faster in pace, but with more going on in terms of the actual percussion.
The vocals also sort of follow suit, and the rest of the remix shines and has a much more vivacious and vibrant aesthetic to it.
In terms of that classic '90s feel, I think this song is more reminiscent of an old-school Boyz II Men track.
I don't know if the goal was to capture that sound or style, but it certainly was.
This definitely gives me little bouts of nostalgia, simply because I grew up listening to a lot of stuff like this as well.
So, one of the coolest things about this entire situation is that he managed to still capture that same message. He put that sentiment out there because he needed to. The first time, it had a different vibe, yeah, but even with the remix, that sentiment is still there. The message still comes across.
Honestly, I think I like this version a little bit better. Not just because of the whole nostalgia thing, but more because it feels like you can pay attention to the lyrics even more this time around. There's something brighter about this version, and it still has all of his signature staples.
The original version of this track can be found on the Character Studies EP, which showcases some of how Bgbgb is able to adapt and sort of change personalities depending on the kind of track he's recording.
He's able to dip into certain kinds of lore in terms of the characters he's creating for records like that one.
He has since also released a few other versions of songs from that record, showcasing how he's able to really branch out, find partners and collaborators to expand his musical horizons with, and this is all part of why this is working for him.
He is able to evolve because he's got an open mind about things. The creativity overcomes any kind of perfectionism, and because of that, he's able to create more and more, each time with something different to offer, even if that message or sentiment is the same.
These are all signs of growth for an artist of almost any kind.
The ability to branch out, adapt, change, and still keep that consistent signature style in place so that when you're listening, you know who it is.
So, I would check this version out first, not just because it's newer, but because it's a great way to sort of introduce yourself to the artist.
After that, I would check out the Character Studies record, because there's a lot to chew on there, and again, you can hear the original version of this song.
So, without further ado, check this track out, and dip into the world of Bgbgb.
Don't forget where you heard it first.
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