Project Description
TOBI TOBI
‘Cast Away’
(Single Review)
Reviewer: Amelia Torresan
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“Oh little cast away can I stow with you?
Your patchy melody echoed from the moon.”
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‘Cast Away’ is the latest single to come from Melbourne pop duo Tobi Tobi following the release of their debut single ‘Ice & Rum.’ Renee Anderson’s honeyed vocals entice the listener with reassuring lyrics paired with a lullaby-like melody. Jamie Barlow’s harmony on the double bass paired with the acoustic guitar reminds the listener of the push and pull of ocean waves, complimenting the song’s title. I really enjoy the gradual introduction and then withdrawal of instruments into the song as it adds a new levels of dimension to the song each time. Multiple combinations of instruments duet throughout the song, which enchant the listener. The double bass provides a sense of stability to the song, harmonising with the bright acoustic guitar and the delicate piano in the high register. These instruments, bar the double bass, are stripped back in the final chorus, returning the song to a dynamic that allows it to gently fade out.
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From my personal interpretation of the lyrics, they depict the theme of hope. The protagonist brings hope and reassurance to the ‘Cast Away’ that their song has been heard, then in turn hopes someone will hear their song, and someone did. These themes reinforce my opinion that the song reminds me of a lullaby a mother will sing to her child, or a love song someone would softly sing to their partner who sleeps on their lap. Upon hearing this song, a wave of calm and comfort will come over the listener, particularly due to the gentle melody sung by light and delicate vocals. I personally love listening to acoustic music before I go to sleep, and I can easily see myself adding this to my ‘Songs To Help Me Sleep Instead Of Counting Sheep’ playlist.
To sum up how I feel about Tobi Tobi’s ‘Cast Away’, I would describe it as the musical equivalent of a warm cup of tea: calming and heartwarming and can be listened to at any time of the day, multiple times a day, and in any situation. So pour yourself a big cup!
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