Joji Transforms Sadness into Art with "If It Only Gets Better"
Joji has released "If It Only Gets Better," a hauntingly minimal track from his upcoming album Piss In The Wind. The song defies expectations by blending the vibrant setting of a strip club with delicate acoustic guitar, creating an unexpectedly melancholic anthem.
Atmosphere and Production
Contrary to typical energetic club music, the producer Wonton chose to keep the mood somber, crafting what might be the most melancholic strip club anthem ever made. The lyrics express a resigned sentiment:
“If things get better, why bother changing anything?”
This reasoning echoes everyday justifications for avoiding change, like skipping the gym, yet Joji's delivery makes it feel poetic. The track, mixed by Jeff Ellis and just about two minutes long, has sparked debate on Reddit about whether it's profound artistic expression or a clever album teaser.
Visual Interpretation
The video, directed by Mamesjao, embraces the song's ambiguity and adds to its emotional depth, enhancing the overall experience of the track.
Joji’s Artistic Evolution
Joji has built his career on making melancholy compelling, evolving from his Filthy Frank persona to a sincere artist. If Piss In The Wind delivers more of this vulnerable, unique energy, it promises a captivating 2026 release. Whether this is avant-garde minimalism or savvy marketing remains to be seen, but it is unmistakably Joji's style.
Author’s summary: Joji’s new track redefines melancholy with sparse yet striking sounds, blending vulnerability and minimalism into what may become a defining anthem of his next album.
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