Need a bedroom pop jam that doubles as a love anthem? This is a new mood for indie pop music as Aaron Taos collaborates with eli. and Hojean on his single ‘Bloom’. It serenades us about forbidden love with heartfelt lyrics that will make you hit the replay button on rainy nights.

Electronic synthesized chords start the song as the melody enters. The simple drum instrumentation, rhythm guitar, and harmonized vocals are what may you sway. All the elements together depict this dreamy narrative about a guy and his desire for a special someone in his life. While he knows that having these feelings may be wrong, he feels it is right. The chill, indie R&B vibe make this song perfect to chill to.

“In my case, my affection is for my friend’s sister but because of the context, we can’t act on it. [Though] It’s the fantasy of letting our love blossom – a natural progression like the spring flowers in bloom.” – Aaron Taos

The song serves as a confession about underlying tension between Aaron giving in to his feelings for his friend’s sister. We know how scary that can be, so what better way to do it than through song? eli. and Hojean helped with the second and third verses, contributing their own experiences with this situation. There is nothing better than three guys singing their hearts out about forbidden love. Take a listen and see for yourself!

Aaron Taos | eli. | Hojean | Listen to “Bloom (Remix)”