If you’re looking to fill your needs for a smooth, mature R&B track to be the soundtrack to your late-night rides, then Exzenya’s “Regulator of My Dopamine” has got you covered.
An addictive pentatonic melody and a reggae-inspired rhythm add lots of bounce to the beat. And the harmony, while simple, is super effective at creating a kind of bed for the textured vocals to breeze through. And that is exactly what this song feels like, breezing like the wind in your hair when you stick your head out of a car window at night. It’s what it’s like to be high, and in this case, it’s about being high off a specific person, not a substance. Exzenya describes this song as a celebration of love as the healthiest, most authentic high one can achieve. Which I believe is true of any form of love.
The trumpet sample that appears intermittently throughout creates a memorable melodic motif that ties the beat together and adds an interesting color to the overall palette of the song. The clap sample serves as a very punchy backbeat that is mixed very well with the other elements. And the production quality overall is superb.
I think Exzenya has crafted something special here. It works well for those late-night drives and just as well for focused listening if you are craving authentic R&B. “Regulator of My Dopamine” is a satisfying listen and will definitely regulate your dopamine.