Rising Chinese-Canadian alternative indie-pop sensation yung kai reveals his debut album stay with the ocean, i'll find you.
The album features tracks that are manifestations of themes ranging from yearning for love to wanting a momentary escape from the chaos that life brings. The dreamy music gives the album a light and delicate sound that envelopes fans as they listen to the album — allowing them to really resonate with the themes of the songs.
The 'blue' hitmaker has created 11 chart-topping tracks that dive deep into the multiple layers of love, ranging from its ability to drive people to the edge with longing, while providing an introspective look into themselves. yung kai serves up his signature lilting harmonies and uses the reflective lyrics to touch the heart of each listener.
yung kai comments on the themes of the album as he says, "This album is centred around the idea of yearning for someone or something, and the idea of 'Even if it doesn't work, I'll just imagine that it does."
The focus track of the album, 'how do you dance?' brings a playful twist to the vulnerability of connecting with another person. yung kai reflects on the track as he says, "Honestly, I’m very bad at dancing and I thought that it would be cute if a girl taught me how to dance," reinforcing the lighthearted vibe that the song delivers.
Ahead of the release of stay with the ocean, i'll find you, yung kai announced a new milestone with his first-ever headline tour flowers, moon and stars that sold out entirely, making it a landmark moment in his illustrious career. The release of his album beautifully concludes the Asia leg of the tour that took him to cities such as Jakarta, Singapore, Kuala Lumpur, and Taipei.
With stay with the ocean, i'll find you, not only does he share the tracks with his fans, but he establishes his distinct sonic direction that strengthens his individuality as a breakout artist.
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