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John Daniel – Det Ligger I Sin Natur (2020)

Are you looking for a single that gives you the confidence to break patterns and do your own thing? John Daniel has just the boost you need with his single ‘Det Ligger I Sin Natur’. Using a playful and lively soundscape, the Swedish pop track has you bouncing around while getting that important boost you need.

With thoughtful tones wrapped up in a playful beat, Daniel has you grooving to his rhythm before you know it. While the single is in Swedish, there is so much life in it that you don’t have to worry about the language to get the message. The accompanying music video takes a thirst for life to a new height.



The bouncing opening of ‘Det Ligger I Sin Natur’ gets your foot tapping as you are gently drawn into the lively beats of the music. The melody has a softness that cushions the lively tones allowing them to creep into your veins and get your pumped. There is a burst of playful life on the chorus packed with synths and happiness. The chorus is sure to put a smile on your face as you bound around to the melody. The popping tones come back on the verses and continue to get more and more of your body moving to the groove.

Daniel’s vocals match the softness of the melody while filling you with a light vibe. The flow of his vocals rides the movement of the melody for a pulsing light burst on the chorus after building up on the verse. The Swedish lyrics make you want to sing along even if you don’t know the language. There is a happiness in his performance that fills you with the power and confidence of the track. His delivery fills a balloon of feel-good vibes in your chest.



The music video sees Daniel walking through town. The cinematography is really interesting as you are filled with a sense of him searching for something through the verses. When the chorus hits, you get the feeling he has found it as you see him singing against the backdrop of the city. There is a cameo from Canadian geese and an alpaca that adds a playful thirst for life and adventure to the music.

John Daniel uses a lively yet playful soundscape to help you break barriers and do your own thing in ‘Det Ligger I Sin Natur’. This Swedish pop track is full of light and happiness as you gain confidence through the soundscape and lyrics, even if you can’t understand them.

Find out more about John Daniel on his website, Facebook, Instagram and Spotify.