Following his earlier release this year “Everything is Beautiful,” the 21-year-old rising pop star Kai Bosch has marked a new era with his latest single “Rodeo Romeo.” This track is fun and dynamic, dancing between the lines of synth pop and alternative pop. This progressive pop composition is one that reinforces the talent and innovation he poses in the space.
This track follows themes of infatuation and exploring all that can mean for someone. The lyrical composition of the song includes a lot of metaphors to get the point across, like the lyrics “lose control, giddy up, oh your love is like a bronco / My rodeo Romeo.” The song encapsulates this fiery energy and adrenaline that the theme mirrors. The track is campy in the best way; it’s lighthearted in its candid proclamation of love.
The song in its musical composition is incredibly rich in texture. The immediate crisp percussion in combination with the breathy singing feels intimate, but builds to the more commercial pop sound in the chorus. The ride the composition takes you on keeps the listener hooked. The lower register singing and the bright notes in the chorus along with the tasteful use of synth makes the song what it is. Bringing in the electric guitar solo with the belt towards the end of the song is the cherry on top.
“Rodeo Romeo” is truly a song for celebration, especially with Bosch’s headlining show at London’s The Courtyard Theatre just around the corner. The song resonates with listeners as it is, but it’s sure to connect with listeners even more in a live setting.