Orkid - ‘Bed of Roses’ | Single Review
December 14 | Written By Shayma Noorashour
Orkid is an artist from Sweden's far north who currently resides in the vibrant city of Stockholm. She recently made a remarkable comeback with her single ''Proud,'' which pays tribute to her late mother. Following this, Orkid released her new EP, ''Where Flowers Grow'' featuring five tracks, including the captivating single ''Bed of Roses''.
In addition to her artistic endeavours, Orkid has collaborated with several internationally recognised songwriters and producers across various genres. Notable collaborators include Shane Stevens (Ariana Grande and Selena Gomez), Maths Time Joy (Snakehips Bebe Rexha), and Laconic (Madison Beer and Nicki Minaj), as well as many others. Orkid draws inspiration from legendary artists such as Nat King Cole and Sam Cooke.
Orkid's music beautifully blends indie-pop elements with eloquent, soulful vocals and lyrics. The track ''Bed of Roses'' exemplifies this unique combination. The song narrates a love story between lovers who yearn for one another. The song begins with rich and evocative romantic imagery, painting a vivid picture of the blissful surroundings shared by the two lovers. Orkid sings, ''Slowly wait for the sun to set, sky is burning like cigarettes, hold me close this is endless.'' ''Don't look away, miss a shooting star over the hills where the clouds are far see the veins of our city.'' Early in the song, Orkid sets the tone for an enchanting romantic picture describing the two lovers' story. Each element portrays the two lovers' connection, drawing deeper into their story and the emotions that bind them together.
In the catchy chorus part of the song, Orkid sings, ''Make me your bed of roses, forever and always, I'll wait for you''. ''Lay in my bed of roses; I'll be okay if this was the last day''. These lyrics here, told by Orkid, describe the two lovers' strong bond, highlighting the commitment they share. The lyric 'roses' symbolic significance cleverly indicates that 'roses' represent true love that lasts forever and is eternal.
Overall, "Bed of Roses" is an outstanding pop-alternative song featuring excellent production, strong songwriting, and meaningful lyrics. If you enjoy great storytelling combined with a romantic feel, this song is perfect for you. It beautifully captures the essence of love and conveys the feelings that are associated with it.
Orkid has previously been featured on Spotify's New Music Friday, which includes the USA, UK, and Sweden. Be sure to check out the single "Bed of Roses" and Orkid's EP "Where Flowers Grow."