An energetic pop gem that’s sure to satisfy your inner adventurer. 

Afgan, based in Jakarta, is a versatile artist known for “redefining Indonesian music on the global stage with his commanding vocals, emotionally charged songwriting, and R&B sensibilities.” Throughout his music career, he has amassed “a massive, passionate fanbase of nearly 20 million followers across social media and hundreds of millions of streams across his catalog.” Some of his notable previous releases include singles such as “Shallow Water,” “Ada,” and “Mengertilah Kasih.” His latest five-track EP, “Sonder,” features the song “Escape,” a collaboration with American-born, South Korean-based rapper and singer Jessi, accompanied by an official video.

With an uplifting blend of ear-pleasing instrumentals and warm, dance-ready pop elements, “Escape” provides a genuinely radiant backdrop that perfectly complements the tune’s emotional exploration. Lyrics like “I know you got your door halfway open, But tell me if you in or you out” and “It feels so good when we’re here with nobody, So let’s not fight the mood” offer up an utterly tempting tale of love and longing for more. Fueled by its sweet and sensual vocals and plenty of bright summertime vibes, Afgan and Jessi gift us with an energetic pop gem that’s sure to satisfy your inner adventurer. So press play and get ready to “Escape.”

Shari Hirsch

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