Drawing us in with an emotive riser, an elegant piano performance and a pristine pop vocal, Ola Reistad opens Love Is a Strange Game with poetic prowess as he shares the lyrics, “Love is a strange game, I thought I would never play again, then you showed me the way…”
The opus expands with a timeless energy and a relatable message of re-connecting with love through a unique and authentic human connection. We immediately appreciate the cinematic allure of the track and Ola Reistad‘s poetic prowess.
We could imagine the tender and heartfelt track manifesting a number of Hollywood sync deals – notably a romantic movie or a TV show like My Life with the Walter Boys. The song explores the courage it takes to open up to love in such a dreamy and relatable way. Ola sings with honesty, making every word feel personal. It’s diary-like and intimate.
The melodies are simple but memorable, almost like they have been written before – fans of John Lennon would be able to connect with what Ola is manifesting. His words linger in your mind long after the song ends. Ola confesses, “I’m creating heartfelt melodies for the soul.”
We learn that Ola Reistad first gained attention on Norwegian Idol, but his growth as an artist goes far beyond the stage. Over the years, he has refined his sound, blending honesty with melodic charm. His music reflects real emotions, showing both strength and vulnerability.
Naturally, we are in awe, and have added Love Is a Strange Game to our New Music Spotlight playlist, and our TIMELESS playlist, whilst we continue to stream Ola Reistad‘s wider discography, including Heal, and If Only as a Ghost.