JK Jerome reaches new heights on the gorgeous "I Just Want To Soar"
There's a real gift in making something sound both intimate and expansive at the same time and JK Jerome pulls that off beautifully on "I Just Want To Soar." This latest single from the Shropshire born, UK based singer-songwriter is a genuinely mesmerizing listen, and it arrives as a fitting preview for his forthcoming debut EP, following on the heels of "Profanity" and "Any Moment Now" from earlier this summer.
Jerome has built a reputation for music that feels quietly cinematic, that specific blend of acoustic warmth and something a little more electronic and haunting underneath. "I Just Want To Soar" continues that evolution while pushing into slightly more modern territory. Compared to his earlier releases, this one feels a bit less stripped back, with a synth motif running underneath the chorus that gives the whole track an otherworldly, almost floating feel.
Jerome's vocals really are the star of the show here. His voice carries so much weight even in its more restrained moments and there's a genuine power in how he delivers these lyrics, letting the words do a lot of the heavy lifting rather than leaning on vocal theatrics. The instrumentation around him is impeccable too, with guitar work that feels carefully considered and a chorus hook that rises in just the right way to give the song real lift.
Lyrically, this track shows off just how thoughtful a writer Jerome is. He tends to work from the specific rather than the universal which we always respect, pulling from things like single parenthood and s much more. "I Just Want To Soar" moves through themes of admiration, disillusionment, and eventual acceptance, and there's a real sense of ambition in how he handles that arc without ever overcomplicating it. The lyrics flow so easily it’s almost as if a music video could play out in your head at the same time!
The vibe gives off such a lush and lovely summery warmth that runs through the whole thing, giving it an airy feeling that matches its title perfectly. It's the kind of song that reveals more of itself with repeated listens. The longer you sit with it, the more we felt it all clicked in the end.
We sincerely felt this song was understated yet powerful and it makes for an incredibly promising introduction to whatever JK Jerome has planned for his debut EP. This is an artist clearly operating with real intention and this single is a lovely example of exactly why he's worth paying attention to.
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Listen to “I Just Want To Soar”
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