Drawing us in with astral, 8-bit arpeggios and a subtle bass frequency, expanding with boundless industrial synth notes and an airy riser, DIV1NE opens talk2u with intrigue and dimensionality. The opus expands with situational prose about human connection, and we appreciate the hyperpop meets emo rap and alternative pop fusion.
The nostalgia and futurism that manifests is unique and engaging. This is combined with a high emotional quotient with reference to the vocal delivery and prose, which adds a sense of realness and authenticity to the song.
The switch-ups – both sonic and through his timbre – add dynamism to the song. Whilst the message of talk2u is relatable on a human level, there are nods to a wider perspective here, perhaps DIV1NE‘s connection with source. Again, this is further brought to life by the artist’s moniker. There is no doubt that talk2u would be perfect for a variety of sync deals, notably an episode of HBO‘s Euphoria, or perhaps Elite on Netflix or Gen V on Amazon Prime.
We learn that talk2u is designed to capture DIV1NE‘s emotional evolution after the end of a long-term relationship. It sees the artist move beyond grief and yearning, and reflects a turning point where pain gives way to clarity, self-belief, and the relief of letting go of something toxic. This conscious and self-realized nature really shines through on the track.
DIV1NE is a 21-year-old UK artist who seeks to merge the vulnerability of emo rap with the dark energy of underground techno. He writes and produces every track himself, channeling heartbreak, nostalgia and electronic edge into a raw and self-made DIY sound.
We love what DIV1NE is creating, and have added talk2u to our New Music Spotlight playlist, and our TRIPPY playlist, whilst we continue to stream the wider discography of DIV1NE, including wish you the best, and King Of The Rain.