Feliciano is a pianist, performer, and songwriter from Puerto Rico. Written, composed, and produced by Feliciano, his new track “The Bounceback,” which was released on June 16th, contrasts with his previous hit “Depression” in that it focuses on overcoming loss and moving on. The Killers, Leonard Cohen, and Cut Copy are among his primary musical influences.
I couldn’t help but be reminded of Grimes’ ethereal pop style when listening to this track’s hypnotic synth and airy piano. Similar to how her music captivates listeners with its initial eccentricity, “The Bounceback” catches you off guard with its whirling synth intro and echoing noises. Felicio’s experimental production, much like Grimes’, frequently forgoes immediately discernible lyrical content in favor of surreal and synthetic voice tonalities.
Thematically, the track appears to be a deconstruction of the summer anthem, and the cover image is almost satirical in this respect. The song reveals itself to be a unique pop melody, full of upbeat hooks, bouncy melodies, 1980s sounds, and a refreshingly unique structure. It is a futuristic reinvention of synthpop and some reggae components set to captivating tunes.