Pini Gurfil – Anny (2022)
Pini Gurfil explored feelings of hope and transformation through the existentialism of his single ‘Reborn’. His follow-up ‘Anny’ takes a different approach as it deals with the connection between mental resurrection and anxiety when in a relationship. Using a retro rock sound, Gurfil moves from this connection to an investigation of mental salvation, including an excerpt from philosopher Alan Watts.
A rather cerebral single, it delves into aspects of psychotherapy and the human mind that we often overlook. This is a wonderful continuation of the deep exploration of the human condition that has typified Gurfil’s releases so far. Adding this to the dynamic melodics makes the single one you need to hear.
‘Anny’ uses a fusion of vocals and soft melodics to softly draw you into the single. Gurfil’s vocals are a whisper, carried by a breeze that gently caresses your skin. There is a poetry to the lyrics as he pulls you into the contemplation of the lyrics. The lyrics have a sad touch to them that brings a wariness to the single. Gurfil has perfectly captured the interplay between anxiety and hope that many people feel as they enter a relationship. The snippet from Alan Watts is a wonderful break to his vocals but is stunning in its power. This snippet adds a poignant edge to the single as it captures what Gurfil has been saying and takes it to another level. Following the snippet, Gurfil’s vocals soar up with a renewed hopefulness that is lightly tinged by an almost nihilist anxiety.
While Gurfil’s vocals take you on an emotional journey and leave you with a lot to think about, the melody bolsters them perfectly. The delicate piano line that fills the opening is beautiful in its light touch and meets the almost ambient wash of the upper layers. As the backing vocals add further depth to the vocals, the music gains a cinematic touch. There is a soft rock vibe to the movement of the track that enhances the overall softness of the single. This softness allows the journey of the lyrics to captivate your senses, while giving you a soft place to relax as you fall into their contemplations.
With a soft rock touch, Pini Gurfil takes us on an emotive journey packed with the push and pull of anxiety and hope through ‘Anny’. His vocals are a soft caress on your senses as he leads you to a snippet from Alan Watts that perfectly captures the contemplation of the lyrics. The music is beautiful in its tender power as it elevates the vocals.
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