Ian Biggs new single “The End” praises what you used to be instead of resenting it. The pop rock/indie rock single’s upbeat melody adds a layer to the confessional tone that stands out within the pop genre. The overall theme of the song is not what many are used to: he’s praising a past relationship for what it allowed him to gain in his life instead of regretting it or speaking down about what they had.
Musically, the song is bright and invites characteristics you’d expect from a love song, and in a way, this is its own form of a love song. The composition is warm with the piano and fast-paced drum percussion. The song celebrates the transformation that comes from what is learned from a partnership between two people. There’s a sense of appreciation that emerges amongst the melody that is clear to the listener.
Lyrically, the song is emotive, layered with gratefulness for what once was. The lyrics “You were ever so good to me / If we’re gonna die let’s go peacefully / I hold no resentment you are still my best friend / But we were everything we could be” speak to all the song sets out do. Its candid lyrics spell it out to the listener that there’s no need to harbor hate for the end of something.
Overall, the song is heartfelt and honest in its lyricism, which is bound to catch the hearts of many who relate to the themes of the song. The musical composition also really complements the lyrical composition and overall tone of the song. It stands out by navigating a theme not seen top often within the indie pop or indie rock genres.
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