Rasmus Nelausen’s “Recollections” is a powerful and emotional exploration of the struggles we face in looking back at who we are and what we’ve done in our past. The song’s driving drumbeat and exceptionally complex and intriguing guitar work build and move towards a crashing and cathartic breakdown, that capturing the feeling of finally letting go and finding the strength to move forward. The lyrics, filled with raw honesty and vulnerability, speak to the universal experience of trying to find peace and healing after experiencing pain and loss. “Recollections” is a poignant and relatable anthem for anyone who has ever struggled to find their way forward, and is a must-listen for fans of indie, alternative, and pop music.
There’s a certain matureness and heaviness to Rasmus’ vocal performance, but one that feels reassuring and like a helping hand reaching out to you in the darkest of your times. When things feel inexplicably low and that overbearing sense of nostalgia can’t seem to get away from you, ‘Recollections’ will have you powering through the pain of it all.