The single “Into You” finds singer/songwriter (Daniel) Arieleno artfully charting the waters of a love in its infancy. An up-and-coming R&B marvel straight from the heart of South East London, Arieleno stirs up ripples of emotions with his silky soulful take on the classic love song. His satin-smooth baritone rides over a well-cooked setup of buttery rhythms and easy sax solos that is meant to be savored.
The song, which is from his recently released In My Feelings… album, starts with Arieleno asking if the listener believes in fate, and love finding them even when they’re not in the right place. This sets up the song’s theme ─ a meditation on the unexpected and transformative aspects of love. The singer admits that he tends to “run away” from love, a confession of his own emotional baggage or fear of commitment. But he’s now made to face the real scope of his feelings while gazing into his sweetheart’s eyes. He resolves to clutch this newfound love tight.
He recognizes both the good and the bad of their past, captures the beautiful imperfections that define their relationship, and shows a willingness to risk it all for their shared moments with the lines: “Right now is all we need” and “Just me and you in this perfect imperfection“. And as the rest of “Into You” suggests, love is not about the past or the future, it’s about the powerful ‘now’.
Later on in the song, Arieleno shares the swirling thoughts and feelings this experience brings out, noting the unfamiliar, overwhelming sensations that he can no longer hide — “You got my mind running in circles / Unfamiliar feelings to the surface“. Swimming in these deep undercurrents, “Into You” transforms from a song to a serenade singing love’s praises.
“Into You” is a fantastic exploration of early love, ticking the boxes for heart-touching lyrics and enchanting melodies. Arieleno‘s music hits the right note, offering an authentic sound that jells deeply with listeners. don’t let this number slip through your playlist, it’s absolutely worth a listen!
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