Setting the tone with a dimensional guitar soundscape, tapping into an indie-folk meets soft-rock energy, Maya Salafia opens Swim with a timeless nature, and metaphorical prose as she sings, “Caught in a fishing net, down by the bay, I think that I forgot to swim, and you make me nervous in every kind of way, is wanting you such a sin?”
The opus expands with charm and a relatable frequency as Maya showcases her sublime vocal range and shares her soul. We appreciate the poetic prowess that Maya embodies with her lyricism and her captivating brand of storytelling.
Speaking on the message of the track, Maya confesses, “Most people don’t plan to start having a crush, it just kind of happens. That’s what Swim” is about. The kind of feelings that catch you off guard: the kind that make you feel a bit silly, the kind which you have no choice but to give into.” The rising star continues, “It’s about the heart racing flutter effects of a romantic attraction.”
Swim immerses us in a sea of emotional resonance, offering a therapeutic voyage through the tumultuous waters of romantic attraction. With each chord and lyric, this song taps into our heart’s centre, capturing the exhilarating highs and nerve-wracking uncertainties of falling in love.
Its melodies evoke a sense of euphoria, mirroring the rush of adrenaline that accompanies newfound infatuation. Yet, beneath the surface, Swim also serves as a beacon of comfort and validation, reminding us that the rollercoaster of emotions that we experience is not only normal but profoundly human.
We love what Maya Salafia manifests with her artistry, and have added Swim to our New Music Spotlight playlist, as well as our brand new TIMELESS playlist, whilst we continue to stream Maya’s wider discography, including her debut single, First Grade, and her sophomore release, Everlasting!