Fantomacs finds forward motion on rework of 2021 classic, “Carry You”
There’s a special art to a rework that doesn’t overwrite its source but instead reframes it, letting familiar emotion glow under new light. Fantomacs accomplishes exactly that on “Carry You,” a dance-driven reinterpretation of the 2021 original written by Maddy Abela and Richard Samuel Smith. Rather than chasing novelty for its own sake, the track leans into the song’s emotional core and lifts it into a modern space that feels tailor-made for late-night drives, open dancefloors, and beyond. Trust us, the options are limitless.
At the heart of the song is a simple but powerful promise, one that Fantomacs treats with care. The raw honesty of the lyric remains intact, but it’s now surrounded by clean grooves, luminous synths, and a sense of movement that nudges the story forward. The production has a subtle vintage feel to it, evoking classic dance and pop influences while staying firmly rooted in the present. There’s a lightness to the sound that never feels shallow, allowing bittersweet memories and hopeful momentum to occupy the same space without canceling each other out. If anything, we’d strongly urge you to check out the original to really compare the two.
Without a single doubt, the vocals are a major anchor here, delivered with a lushness that feels both intimate and expansive. They float effortlessly above the beat, carrying emotion, and giving the track its human center. Fantomacs’ production (as always) wraps around that performance with a melodic sensibility that’s easy to underestimate at first. The synth work, in particular, feels heavenly in its restraint, favoring atmosphere and flow. Each layer arrives with purpose that builds a soundscape that’s inviting.
There’s a gentle ache in the storytelling, traces of unfinished goodbyes and the fragile hope of starting again, but the music never dwells in heaviness. Instead, Fantomacs transforms reflection into motion, turning emotional weight into something you can move with. It’s upbeat and genuinely fun, yet serious enough at times to have it stuck on your head loooong after the track finishes up.
As a rework, the song succeeds by understanding what to preserve and what to reinvent. It remains faithful in spirit while embracing modern dance textures that give it new life and context. Fantomacs delivers a solid, joyful update that honors the past while pointing confidently toward what comes next. It’s certainly a change from what he normally releases, but the slight change in pace just goes to show how talented of an artist he really is.
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