Floral Couches – Anxious on Vacation [Single]

In “Anxious on Vacation,” Floral Couches (alias Cody Gray) conjures the spirit of 70s blue-eyed soul, offering a touch of laid-back nostalgia in today’s hectic hustle culture. The music opens with a chill declaration of breaking away from office monotony, “No more Cubicle living / Yeah I’m far gone / From the miles I have driven.” It’s a nod to the universal desire to escape the workaday world, but with a less-than-easygoing twist — the inescapable grip of work-induced anxiety, even when you’re away from the 9-to-5.

As the song plays out, it smoothly marries retrospection and contemporary vibes, a blend that’s both familiar and novel. Smooth transitions take us from funk-tinged intros to jazz-laden verses, reaching a peak in a saxophone solo that’s both fitting and unexpectedly poignant. Gray‘s voice adds depth and warmth to the cut, echoing a sense of longing and a craving for unspoiled relaxation.

“It’s a groove guitar and sax driven song about transitioning from office to remote work and still finding it just as soul sucking. When you work from home there’s no separating your home and work life… ”

– Floral Couches

Taken from his upcoming Xtra Mild album, “Anxious on Vacation” surfaces as proof of Floral Couches‘ mastery at uniting contemporary music with vintage soul threads. It’s an anthem for those trapped in the relentless pursuit of productivity, even at leisure’s expense. The track is a musical reflection of a present-day paradox — wishing for rest but locked into the “hustle ‘til you die” mindset.

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