Varas – Bär Mig Ut (2025)
‘Bär Mig Ut’, the latest single from Swedish artist Varas, showcases his distinctive approach to blending musical elements. Sung entirely in Swedish, the track demonstrates Varas’ commitment to his native language while maintaining his signature sound marked by effects-laden 12-string acoustic guitars.
The song emerged from a collaboration with Linnéa Netin, whom Varas met during a songwriting course. What’s particularly compelling about this partnership is how Varas was drawn to Netin’s enigmatic writing style choosing to preserve her original verses while only modifying the chorus. This decision adds an intriguing layer of intimacy to the track as the lyrics maintain their personal, somewhat cryptic nature.
As the final single before his upcoming EP Eaten By Worms (due February 21st), ‘Bär Mig Ut’ serves as a bridge between Varas’ previous works and his evolving artistic vision. The 25-year-old songwriter’s background – growing up in Götene, Sweden, with Chilean roots – seems to inform his eclectic musical approach, which draws from an impressive range of influences from Led Zeppelin to Tyler The Creator.
The production, handled in collaboration with James Dring (known for his work with Gorillaz and Lana Del Rey) and Swedish producer Bård Ericson, gives the track a polished yet distinctive sound that sets it apart in the contemporary indie landscape. Following his previous EPs Set One and There You Go!, this new release further cements Varas’ position as an artist who refuses to be confined by genre boundaries, instead letting his multifaceted musical personality shine through.
The song stands as a testament to Varas’ artistic philosophy – that one’s musical expression shouldn’t be limited by genre constraints but should instead reflect the complex, often contradictory nature of personal identity. This Swedish-language track, with its intricate production and thoughtful collaboration, proves that music can transcend linguistic barriers while maintaining its cultural authenticity.
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