A captivating pop gem that intimately explores struggling with heartbreak and addiction.

Oscar and The Wolf, also known as Max Colombie, is a multi-talented artist who crafts tunes he describes as “Disney music for adults.” Since his debut in 2014, he has defied genre boundaries, seamlessly blending pop, R&B, EDM, and alternative elements into a unique and celebrated sound. Oscar and The Wolf’s achievements include performing at major festivals like Pukkelpop and Tomorrowland, as well as creating soundtracks for renowned fashion designer Dries Van Noten. His 2023 single “Warrior” was chosen as the official song for the Belgian National Team during the World Cup. The latest release from Oscar and The Wolf is the pop single “Somebody Without U,” accompanied by an official music video.

With a seriously sweet blend of atmospheric tones and ear-pleasing 80s vibing electro elements, “Somebody Without U” by Oscar and The Wolf provides a wonderfully upbeat backdrop that perfectly contrasts the tune’s melancholic introspection. Lyrics like “So what you said, was all I knew, doing me harm was all I found in you” and “You are my high like coming through, tryna believe, but it was never true” offer a dark-tinted tale that vulnerably reflects on dealing with love, loss, and drug abuse. Fueled by its dance-inducing electronic sound and a truly moving narrative, Oscar and The Wolf gifts us with a captivating pop gem that intimately explores struggling with heartbreak and addiction. So press play and get ready to go on a heart-wrenching journey with “Somebody Without U.”

Shari Hirsch

Chicago based writer and creative. Fan of 80’s horror, fancy coffee drinks, and late night drives.