“The World You Grew up in No Longer Exists“ by FHMY

“The World You Grew up in No Longer Exists” by FHMY is an album you can’t look away from, offering riveting soundscapes and thought-provoking lyrics from start to finish. FHMY is an innovative artist from Cairo, Egypt who isn’t afraid to merge different genres in order to create something that is uniquely him. His experimental artistic vision shines in each song on this album, with elements of emo, rock, indie, shoegaze, and more weaving their way in and out of the arrangements. With themes of self-reflection, isolation, and depression, FHMY displays the most authentic version of his most troublesome emotions, offering catharsis and comfort to anyone who may relate to him while painting incredibly descriptive narratives that blends fantastical themes with vulnerable introspection. 

From instrumental jazz songs like the title track to heavier rock songs like “my blue heaven,” “The World You Grew up in No Longer Exists” is a true sonic journey that enthralls you in every moment. “my blue heaven” is a standout on the album, and a collaboration with AQL, another talented musician from Cairo. Three of the tracks on the album are collaborations from this duo, and their artistic chemistry really shines in the thoughtful lyrics and instrumentation present in the tracks.

In “my blue heaven,” plucked electric guitar opens the song, starting with an intimate, warm sound before morphing into a grungier texture once the drums kick in. Atmospheric synth swoops across the song as the understated, yet impactful vocal performance draws you into the soundscape. The filtered and echoing vocals make it sound like an instrument itself, and electric guitar solos grab your attention and dance through the arrangement.

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