High With My Lover

Kali Uchis “Moonlight”

“Moonlight” doesn’t sound just like Kali Uchis’ breakthrough hit “Telepatia” but it seems pretty obvious that it was written as a next step from the vibe and sound established on that track. Benny Blanco and Cashmere Cat evoke a similar sort of stoned funk but nudge the mood into more overtly romantic territory. This is perfect for Uchis, who moves between a breathy and flirty tone on the chorus and a more bold and sultry tone on the verses. She reminds me a lot of Sade in those parts – self-possessed and sultry, but also keenly aware of how serious and complicated things can get between two people in love. This push and pull between romance as momentary pleasure and source of heavy drama is the core of this song. It’s about 80% laid back sexiness, 20% awareness that the stakes are high.

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