While some artists just sing about love, LTB makes you feel its weight with his latest release, “Butterflies.” Released on March 20, this track a deep dive into emotion, painted with ethereal melodies and shadowy beats. With a sound that stays between modern R&B and atmospheric pop, LTB constructs “Butterflies” with sonic landscapes where heartbreak feels tragic and intoxicating. Inspired by artists like James Blake and Hozier, LTB’s artistry is a masterclass in emotional storytelling, and this track is proof.
From the moment the song begins, Butterflies lures you into its intoxicating atmosphere and gives a feel of diving into sultry love vibes. The opening lines, “Resting on a flower, swaying in the wild. Vibrant in power, blazing like a flame” are poetic and clear, setting the stage for a delicate and explosive song. The melody floats effortlessly, much like the imagery of the butterfly itself, embodying fleeting beauty and inevitable departure.
Vocally, LTB’s performance is mesmerizing. It’s sultry, raw, and layered with emotion. His delivery balances smooth control with quiet devastation, evoking the gloomy storytelling of Joji, the smoldering intensity of The Weeknd, and the effortless cool of Steve Lacy. He sings each line as if he’s exhaling pain, particularly in the chorus, where he laments, “Love forever taken. Wonder if my heart can take it.” There’s a sensitivity in his voice, a quiet plea wrapped in the acceptance of heartbreak. The way he lingered on the word taken was enough to make me feel the weight of betrayal and longing.
At the center of “Butterflies” is a theme meditation on love’s impermanence. The butterfly serves as a symbol of beauty and transience, mirroring a relationship that once felt vibrant but was destined to drift away. LTB masterfully captures the emotional paradox of wanting to hold on while knowing you must let go. The sting of betrayal is palpable, yet there’s a quiet acceptance in the way the song floats to its conclusion.
Just like the vocals, the song’s production is hypnotic. Atmospheric synths swirl around a pulsing bassline, and the percussion glides with a crisp yet understated presence. Subtle guitar licks weave in and out, adding texture without overwhelming the track’s ethereal feel. There’s a delicate balance here, where every sound serves the mood rather than competing for attention. As the song progresses, the production intensifies subtly, mirroring the lyrical unraveling of love and trust. By the time LTB reaches the song’s climax, the instrumentation lifts, almost as if the song itself is letting go.
With Butterflies, LTB proves that he’s not just another name in the genre—he’s a sonic architect, crafting immersive experiences that stay with you long after the last note fades. Whether you’ve loved, lost, or caught somewhere in between, this song will find a way to haunt you. And maybe, just maybe, you’ll find yourself pressing repeat, lost in the flutter of its melody once more.
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