Synth Single Review: “Last Christmas (Wham cover)” by Electrobite

by Karl Magi

Electrobite’s “Last Christmas (Wham cover)” captures the classic sounds of the original with a new verve. The cover begins with solidly driving bass and merrily jingling bells as rich synth flows with uplifting energy, contrasting with the bittersweet lyrics. The lead singer’s voice explodes with loving emotion, tinged with melancholy.

Scintillating notes gleam like tinsel in the distance as the lead singer captures all of the energy and sensation that filled the original song. The main melody chimes with celebratory freedom, ringing out as the distant bells add a holiday sensation. The vocal performance is full of interpretive fun while the rhythm throbs strongly.

The infectious chorus grabs me and whirls me into the music as the bells sparkle with effervescent radiance. The beat presses on as the bass adds weight and the synth shines like colorful lights on the snow before the song ends.

The song explores a holiday romance when the narrator gave his heart to someone who broke it. A year later, he recognizes the other person’s coldness and his own vulnerability. Determined not to be fooled again, the narrator doesn’t want to be fooled again so he swears he’ll only give his love to someone who truly values it in the future.