Milky Sad – All I See Is You (2024)
In ‘All I See Is You’, Worthing’s own Milky Sad delivers a sonic punch that lands somewhere between heartache and euphoria. The track bursts through the speakers with the kind of urgency that makes you wonder if your volume was set too high – but that’s exactly where it needs to be.
From its opening salvo of melodic pop-punk riffs, the single establishes itself as more than just another entry in the genre’s saturated landscape. While the ghosts of Blink 182 and Machine Gun Kelly hover in the distance, Milky Sad infuses the track with an unmistakably British swagger that sets it apart from its American counterparts. The chorus is where the track truly soars embracing an unabashed pop sensibility that could sit comfortably on mainstream radio while still maintaining its punky edge. It’s this hook-laden centrepiece that showcases Milky Sad’s ability to bridge the gap between alternative grit and commercial appeal without sacrificing authenticity.
What sets ‘All I See Is You’ apart is its refreshing authenticity. In an era where pop-punk often feels like it’s trying too hard to recreate past glories, this track carries the weight of genuine experience. The lyrics avoid the genre’s occasional tendency toward melodrama, instead offering a nuanced exploration of that peculiar moment when past pain collides with future possibility. There’s something distinctly modern about how the track handles its emotional narrative. Rather than wallowing in heartbreak or completely dismissing it, Milky Sad acknowledges the complexity of moving on – how the ghost of previous relationships can haunt even the most promising new beginnings. It’s this emotional intelligence, paired with the track’s infectious energy, that elevates it above mere genre exercise.
‘All I See Is You’ suggests that while Milky Sad may be aware of his pop-punk predecessors, he’s more interested in carving out his own path forward. It’s a testament to how the genre can evolve while maintaining its core appeal – the ability to transform personal struggles into anthemic moments of release.
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