A standout cut from his recent EP Sneaky Link, “FriendZone” contains breezy production centered around infectious synths, airy backing vocals, and grooving percussion.
Atop the hazy instrumentation, Lee delivers smooth, soaring melodies that draw the listener deeply into this song’s balmy atmosphere.
Vocally, his verses build through sharply-crafted verses packed with buttery melodies, before he launches into a catchy, uplifting chorus. Romantic and warm, “FriendZone” provides a perfect soundtrack for the coming summer months.
Topically, he provides relatable content about moving beyond the friendzone and into something more, something many listeners have experienced. In the song, Lee says, “The friendzone topic is so common but rarely talked about. We all experience it but barely admit it? With this single, I wanted to change that narrative.”
The accompanying visual, shot by Jake Johnston, enhances the song’s mellow ambiance with hazy, refreshing shots and a charismatic yet relaxed performance from Lee. Here, warm, glowing filters are used to appropriately capture the track’s silky sonics, making for a memorable and engaging cohesive whole package.