Take Me To That Place

Maggie Rogers “On + Off”

“On + Off” is built upon a network of interlocking rhythms, but somehow never feels particularly dense or even all that busy. The beats and clicks imply a shifting space around the lead vocal melody, which seems to hover just above the rhythm. Maggie Rogers’ voice is striking in the way it’s emotive in a very pop sort of way, but also a bit aloof and serene. She’s singing about finding a state of emotional stability with someone, and then yearning for it when they’re apart. The interesting thing to me is that she’s singing from that safe place, reporting live from the peaceful equilibrium. She’s already anticipating the yearning to come.

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