Heavily influenced by 80s pop stylistic elements, Cami Brooks latest pop escapade is a loud, bright, and vibrant piece of indie pop that has you feeling empowered, enthralled, and encouraged all at once. The booming beats, the powerful chorus, and Brooks’ characteristic swagger make for an engaging experience that perfectly encapsulates how to make a modern pop track while incorporating elements of nostalgia and the past into something distinctively forward thinking. ’50 Roses’ is poignant, but also loaded with fun and enthusiasm.
There’s a sprig of Dua Lipa, a dash of the 1975, and a sprinkle of Taylor Swift all keenly embedded into Brooks style. Telling the rather bemusing but also worrying story of receiving 50 unsolicited roses from the wrong guy, it takes that premise as a base point while also touching on topics of self-love and growth. It’s a perfect piece of 80s inspired dream pop.