Jonathan Lobo - Hero
Indie artist Jonathan Lobo crafts a dreamy, reflective piano-pop opus, 'Hero'! Dubai-based lawyer, singer, and songwriter Jonathan Lobo makes a stirring comeback following his last release a few years ago with a touching, emotional new single, 'Hero'. The track opens with patient beats and slow-burning piano tones. The vibe is immediately intimate and emotive as he begins to sing. “How would you remember me when I die? Would you think I’m brave, or would you cast away memories? And how would you remember me when I’m gone?” Hie soft, emotional delivery makes this feel like a personal conversation with a friend or loved one. We could imagine this being the cinematic score for an inspiring, real-life drama/adventure flick like 'Into the Wild'. That's saying a lot about the quality of this track, since that movie already has an excellent score by Eddie Vedder. Lobo builds through 'Hero' with captivating grace and poise, almost Elton John & John Mayer-esque in the way he sings and softly plays the keys. He croons emotively on questions oft left unanswered, statements of honest confession, and deep vulnerability. It's this acceptance of his flaws and his strengths that he sings about sublimely in the chorus, refusing to label himself a hero or saint. Instead, he asserts 'Im just a man that's lost, but tried all the same....'. He goes on to express that he'd like to be remembered for who he is, a simple man, not a hero. Lobo's gentle humility and grace make him likable and deeply relatable. Musically, 'Hero' serenades you with easygoing soft rock arrangements. The kind that makes you feel like you're drifting away into the sunset on a raft. The sublime symphony created by Lobo's sweet, sweet vocals, wailing guitars, and acoustic strums has us feeling blissed out. It's heartening to know that artists like Lobo bring so much passion and sincerity to their music. It isn't about flashy performance or over-the-top production here. Just a man, a piano, and a softness, a gentleness in the way he expresses himself.
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