Khalid Hits His Stride with Seductive New Single "Adore U"

Khalid emerged as a pop star with his debut single, "Location," which became a top 20 crossover hit. Throughout his career, Khalid has maintained this trajectory, known for his smooth vocals that never lean too heavily into any particular genre. This balance is what makes his new single, "Adore U," so intriguing. After not releasing an album since 2021, Khalid offers fans a song that delves explicitly into R&B more than anything he has attempted in a long time. And it works.

"Adore U" isn't aiming to be a catchy radio hit. It prides itself on setting a mood, and despite its brief runtime of less than three minutes, it delivers substantially. The lyrics, typical of Khalid's romantic style, carry a touch of wistfulness not often seen before. Whether it's maturity or a deliberate lyrical shift to match the song's vibe, there's a noticeable depth.

The chorus is velvety smooth: "High, we should just smoke. We should get high, we should just," he croons. "High, we should just float. If you can fly, we should just (Fall into my arms, let me adore you)." The song's brevity enhances its replayability. If this track is indicative of Khalid's upcoming album, brace yourself for insightful analyses on his musical evolution. That's actually quite exciting based on this song.

I would give this 3 out of 4 stars.

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