From Griff to PinkPantheress & Zara Larsson to Los Mesoneros
In this series, Ibra (@ibrasroom) takes on our March 3–5 prompts, moving from a deeply personal pop discovery to an addictive collaboration to a nostalgia-filled pop-rock lift.
What’s a track that made you explore more from that artist?
I found this song through a YouTube recommendation, and it honestly came at the perfect time. I was going through something personal, and the idea of taking life one day at a time, even if it sounds cliché, it felt very real. It really touched me and made me want to explore more of Griff’s music.
I ended up listening to all her projects, and I genuinely love her catalog. I even have Vertigo signed and personalized with my name, which makes it incredibly special to me as a collector. That song was the starting point of my connection with her music.
What’s a song that’s been stuck in your head?
This one has been on repeat. I’ve always liked both Zara and PinkPantheress, but this collaboration made me revisit their individual projects with a new perspective. I had listened to their albums before, but this song pushed me to go back and appreciate their aesthetics again.
You can really hear PinkPantheress’ production identity in the track, which I love, it highlights her not just as a performer but as a creative force. The music video feels refreshing too. It’s just one of those songs that stays in your head naturally.
Which song do you play when you need a boost?
Whenever I need a boost, I go back to Los Mesoneros, a Venezuelan pop-rock band I’ve loved for years. I’ve always admired how the band has evolved sonically over time.
Dime Cómo Tú Quieras reminds me of the kind of pop-rock I used to listen to when I was transitioning from my teenage years into adulthood. It brings back such a happy and meaningful time in my life. Beyond being a great song, it’s connected to memories and friendships that make it even more special. It always lifts my mood.
