While AI music might be on the rise, flooding Spotify with bands like The Velvet Sundown, Rafael Montecruz’s music shows why a track with heart is still vital. A track must have a pulse, a distinct heartbeat that distinguishes it in the vast ocean of contemporary pop music. His latest single, ‘Someday (Reimagined)’ delivers just, exchanging the straightforward, acoustic elegance of its predecessor for a lively, reflective voyage into a dream world.
A heartfelt re-imagining of the original, which was released back in 2024, ‘Someday (Reimagined)’ shines with a newfound cinematic feel. Featuring an energetic pop melody accompanied by funky guitar riffs and an ambient wash of synths, it casts a new light on the track, redefining it’s sound alongside some truly mesmerising vocals from Abraham Armell.
Armell's passionate performance artfully captures the song's main theme—falling in love with a figment of your imagination—and the collaboration is absolutely flawless. The depth of the song is what really stands out, giving weight and emotional to the overall sound. Throughout, Rafael creates an environment where dreams and reality converge, employing ethereal whispers and tumbling synths to create an ambience of auditory escape. It's an intriguing exploration of the human mind that makes listeners think about how their own subconscious might be able to summon a seemingly sentient creature for love.
For more than twenty years, Rafael has composed music, initially in Spanish and then in English. His ability to combine various genres, such as pop, rock, EDM, and Latin sounds, into a seamless and unique sonic landscape is a testament to his extensive background.
‘Someday (Reimagined)’ is a modest yet enthralling composition that stands tall. It skilfully blends the unadulterated humanity of the present with the essence of the dream world, creating a unique and playful balance that lingers with you. This is music to experience rather than just listen to, and it’s yet more evidence of Rafael’s storytelling prowess, masterfully cloaked as a contemporary pop hit.
You can stream the new single above via Spotify, and for more, be sure to follow Rafael on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.
