Review of ‘Need You’ from Sheron

2025-02-19Last Updated: 2025-02-19

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Review of ‘Need You’ from Sheron – It’s a rainy day in Jozi! In fact it’s day three of non stop rain. I thought it would be the ideal opportunity to give ‘Need you’ another listen, what with the theme perfectly matching these grey skies.

My first mental picture, before I even get in to it, is that Sheron’s voice is like the proverbial ‘comfort blanky.’ Warm and embracing, like a big hug that makes it all better, even with a song that unpacks longing, pain and owning the blame during the process of introspection.

‘Need you’ is an emotional tour de force that cuts to the heart of anyone who’s ever felt the weight of loss. As a veteran South African artist, Sheron has always known how to bring depth to his music, and this track feels particularly personal.

The vulnerability with which he delivers the lyrics makes it impossible not to acknowledge his pain. The song is raw, aching with longing, and speaks to that universal experience of missing someone to the point that it feels like it physically hurts. From the very first note, Sheron pulls you into his story. His voice, smooth yet raspy, beautifully conveys the depth of his regret.

Each word, each breath, feels like an invitation to share in his anguish. The lyrics themselves are simple. They don’t try to dress up the grief or soften the blow. They just state the truth of missing someone so deeply that you literally feel it in your bones. There’s something so honest about that. It’s not the polished, overproduced version of heartbreak, but something far more intimate. Sheron is singing straight to your heart.

The production complements the emotional depth of the song perfectly. It’s stripped down, allowing the lyrics and Sheron’s voice to take center stage. There’s a subtle, haunting instrumental backdrop that builds as the song progresses. It creates a space that emphasizes the suffocating feeling of his longing.

Sheron’s “Need You” is a shared moment of reflection. An acknowledgment of the pain that comes with missing someone. It’s also the quiet strength that comes from admitting your part in that loss.

If you’ve ever lost someone, even in the most subtle of ways, this song will resonate with you on a level that feels intimate. Aren’t those just the best songs ever?

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