Beabadoobee - 'Beaches'
Beabadoobee drops “Beaches”, one last preview before the release of her highly anticipated third studio album, This Is How Tomorrow Moves. It’s yet another brilliant single, following the previously released “Take a Bite”, “Coming Home” and “Ever Seen”
This track, made during her creative retreat at Rick Rubin’s Shangri-La studio, is not just a song but a musical representation of a transformative period in her life and career. During that time Bea “reveled in her new surroundings: eating healthily, soaking up the sun, going for dips in the ocean and constantly writing and recording”. With its catchy chorus “I’m sure now, I’m sure now”, it serves as a celebration of her newfound level of confidence.
“Beaches” is a refreshing take on 2000s indie rock, radiating a sense of freedom and optimism. It's an upbeat banger with infectious melodies that immediately draw listeners into her world. It blends elements of indie pop and rock, creating a sunny atmosphere. The song is both polished and authentically Bea.
The track was inspired by Beabadoobee’s experiences of diving into the ocean and immersing herself fully in both her creative process and personal life. “I was just going to put my feet in… But then everyone was like, ‘Why wouldn’t you just put your whole body in? Jump in!’ And that became such an encapsulation of this whole recording opportunity – don’t do it half-arsed, just go full force!”. It symbolizes a shift from tentative steps to a full-hearted commitment in her music. Lyrically, “Beaches” uses metaphors to explores themes of self-discovery, listeners will find it relatable and hopeful, with lyrics such as “Cause some days I'm afraid to fall down, But I understand the coming outcome, pick it up if I allow it, Can't help it, can't help”.
Overall, “Beaches” is a both a fun and confident direction for Beabadoobee. She’s been describing it as her favorite song on the album, and now we can see why, with its infectious energy, heartfelt lyrics, and sunny production, it's already a stand out track from the album.
Words by Marcos Sanoja
