Stefano May – Hideaway [Single + Video]

In “Hideaway,” Stefano May, an Italian-born artist now based in Miami, distills his experiences into a song that’s as reflective as it is melodically rich. Being a standout track from his self-titled debut album, this piece digs into the bare-faced realities of human connections and self-reflection. Under producer Chico Bennett‘s guidance, “Hideaway” emerges as a journey into life’s real lessons, all from Stefano‘s perspective.

Setting a soothing tone that pulls you into its heartfelt story, the song begins with a soft and quiet piano melody,  May‘s tenor voice, both dynamic and commanding, navigates through the lyrics with a dramatic earnestness. Lines like “It is the lies that tear at me / Just stay above the fray/They tear away, oh…” and “I want to have you look at me / So I can feel your faith” land with a aching, emotional power, showcasing Stefano‘s mastery of expressing deep feelings with clarity.

The arrangement of “Hideaway” complements its lyrical depth. The interplay of piano, bass notes, and drumming, punctuated by rock guitars in the chorus, creates a soundscape that is both vulnerable and expansive. The music video, directed by May himself, mirrors the song’s introspective nature, showing him alone against the backdrop of a crashing shoreline as well as the graffiti-laden ruins of what was probably once a family home.

In the vein of Emeli Sande and Rhys Lewis, Stefano May’s “Hideaway” is stirring and impactful, artfully balancing dramatic intensity with a graceful touch.

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