Drawing us in with an immersive synthscape, textured drums and astral guitar riffs, Jessenation opens GOOSEBUMPS with a sublime Afrobeats meets pop-hybrid energy, with charming prose, bringing to life the concept of a lover who manifests the sensation of goosebumps.
The opus expands with spoken word narrative which further cements the intimate charm of the piece, infused with Jessenation‘s ethereal timbre and the dreamy R&B soundscape. Speaking on the overarching message of the single, Jessenation confesses, “This is a celebration of love, passion, and connection. I wanted to craft a love song that truly captures the feeling of deep connection and excitement. The song embodies those unforgettable moments when love sends shivers down your spine.”
We appreciate the high emotional quotient that manifests with GOOSEBUMPS, and the intimate, intentional nature of the song’s creation. Jessenation cites Wizkid, Burna Boy, Chris Brown, and Runtown as some of his sonic influences, which we can feel come to life on the opus, but there is no doubt that Jessenation is creating a universe of his own, along with his collaborators – producer Sammified, as well as mixing and mastering expert Suka Sounds.
We learn that the track was recorded at Vibesnations Studio in Chicago, which is a place that holds both personal and professional significance for the rising artist, who also has a conscious and philosophical streak embedded into his message and wider artistry.
The lyrics, “Kpokpodikpo come make I give you no be konkobilo, dark skin girl no be chocomilo…” capture the essence of what Jessenation wants his music to represent. He elaborates, “It’s about celebrating authenticity and beauty and embracing who you are, no matter what the world tells you. The song speaks to the love and admiration I have for natural beauty, especially highlighting the confidence and allure of dark-skinned women. It’s a joyful declaration that goes beyond superficial labels and embraces realness, in all its forms.”
We love what Jessenation stands for and the atmospheric soundscape that he brings to life with GOOSEBUMPS. We have added the track to our New Music Spotlight playlist and our TIMELESS playlist, whilst we continue to stream Jessenation‘s wider discography, including the entirety of his 2024 album, GRACE.