In the Shade of Yellow is Singer-songwriter Tobias Arbo’s ‘Yellow Woods’

Tobias Arbo’s calming, almost ethereal voice effortlessly weaves through the layers of his latest single, ‘Yellow Woods’. There is a profound resonance in his tone. It’s like the soft rustling of leaves, such gentleness that draws listeners to a feeling of intimacy and expansiveness. Tobias’s ‘Yellow Woods’ envelops us in a metaphorical space with its introspective lyricism. The song speaks directly to the soul and explores the delicate balance between the desire for freedom and the fear that holds us back.

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Yellow often represents happiness and light, but here, it takes on a deeper, more complex meaning. The ‘Yellow Woods’ represents a space that is neither fully liberating nor entirely stifling. It’s a liminal zone where the allure of freedom is palpable, yet the shadows of fear loom large.

Arbo’s lyrics symbolize being caught in the in-between, where the path forward remains unclear and each step demands courage. Monday when the world wants to keep one stuck to the ceiling and Saturday comes the landslide of relief, keeping one foot in want and another in need. The choice to jump to what is most needed is easy yet stressful, but one keeps on wearing the mask of calmness. The electronic composition of the track enhances this duality, creating a sonic landscape that feels modern and yet timeless. The subtle beats and ambient synths ripple through the song like the dappled light in a forest, casting shadows and light.

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‘Yellow Woods is Tobias’ second EP, one year after he released his first ever EP Powerlines. This Swedish songwriter is a producer and is also a multi-instrumentalist who is getting ready for his next chapter. The EP has been produced by Arbo himself along with Linus and Hannes Hasselberg. The music was mixed by Zach Hanson, with Olof Grind as the main visual creator for Tobias Arbo.