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Kyle M Watson – It’s You (2020)

With his debut single ‘It’s You’, Kyle M Watson is introducing us to his warm melodic tones and beautiful lyrical tapestries. Drawing on neo-soul and contemporary RnB, he delves into the desire to find someone special to share important and mundane moments with. With a touch of magic to the melody, Watson pushes the boundaries of soul and RnB while weaving gospel and something purely him into the sound.

While this is his debut single, Watson has been singing since he was 11 years old. The skills he has honed since then have been wonderfully crafted into this release. The pushing of his skills is something that he is set to continue in the future as he further evolves and moulds his sound to suit his needs.



‘It’s You’ crackles through the opening which leads you to an electronic line of smooth RnB. There is a really soulful feeling to the sound that shivers into the deep tones of the beats. It is a really decadent sound that makes you think about the warmth of a roaring fire. As the chorus hits, the music swells to a crescendo of warm and soft tones. There is such a comforting feeling to the melody as it wraps around you like a warm blanket. While the melody is packed with warmth, there is a plush touch to it that embraces you like a hug from someone you love.

While you sink into the melody, the vocals shine with a tender touch of soul and RnB. The lyrics bring a touch of holiday magic to the single which highlights the yearning for someone you love. There is a balance between the joy that comes from the holiday season and the longing you feel for someone you love who is not with you. Watson’s vocals are captivating as they bring the best elements of RnB to your ears. There is a powerful edge to his voice as he carefully wraps it around the emotions of the track. The backing vocals add depth to the emotion while bolstering his performance. If you are a fan of RnB, this is going to be an instant favourite track.

Kyle M Watson brings the best elements of RnB and soul to our ears while filling us with the yearning for a loved one in ‘It’s You’. The melody is plush and packed with the warmth of a roaring fire. His vocals are smooth and captivating as he weaves the longing for someone you love into your soul.

Find out more about Kyle M Watson on his Instagram and Spotify.

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