Originally written in Walmart parking lot, ‘fam0us’ is a rather compelling offering. Tackling social rumours and collective negativity, the song does a good job of pairing introspective, whimsical lyricism with a dreamy, expansive sonic livery, one that’s drenched in synth-pop flair as much as it is in decadent indie-rock. th0rn is certainly not new to such eclectic forays; hailing from Chicago, the talented songstress has always found a suitable home in fuzzy soundscapes and oblique alternative pop.
Yet, ‘fam0us’ feels like a definite step up, with the American songstress finally embracing a sonic identity that fits her well, one that’s striking and nostalgic, yet also floaty and whimsical. From a production standpoint, the single benefits from the help of fellow artist WOOF, teaming up with th0rn to transform what was previously a vocal-only demo into a fully-fledged contemporary anthem.
Aiming to shake negative comments and veiled teardown from her sense of self, th0rn uses ‘fam0us’’ as a cathartic tool to process the verbal toxicity around her, seeking to reclaim her independence and truth. As she explains, “If all these people have something to say about me, I must be famous then.” Well, she might be famous for real if she keeps up the quality of this last single.
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