“Cupidtised”, the latest track by Kaiwyn takes the listener from its opening chords on a pleasurable journey through the pitfalls and the peaks of love at first sight. Its title already is really an indicator of what lies in store, musically: “Cupidtised” is a mash-up of “Cupid” and “traumatised,” with all the gentle turbulence of love itself.
Conceived on the train from Sydney to Newcastle, in 2010, “Cupidtised” Originally was not written as a duet, but as the song unfolded itself, it felt like there needed to be another voice to finish painting this picture.
Kaiwyn, or “Key Change Kev” with his signature key changes, gets to show off his power vocals in the track. Three key changes and the song soars, letting the listener soar too. Producer Simon Dobson of Lakehouse Audio took this unconventional manner and built up a very visual and, at times, animated way to listen.
The real charm unfolds when Kaiwyn’s vocals meet those of the discovered feature – Celyn Chow, again found through a freelance marketplace. Celyn, being the voice behind Malaysian pop-punk outfit Night Skies & Visions, lends a special charisma to the song. Her voice matches Kaiwyn’s well, and the two engage in a harmonious duet reminiscent of the pop-punk and early 2000s pop rock sounds that both believe in dearly.
The instrumentation further ups the charm. The light xylophone and the chirping of the local birds add to the vivid sound picture. Such elements go into making an atmosphere that is nostalgic and yet new, with Simon’s signature guitar and drum sounds.
It is in these ways that “Cupidtised” lyrics are able to thread—cautiously between the excitement of fresh love and wariness from the scars of earlier heartbreak. It’s an optimistic song for all the romantics that reminds us it is okay to let ourselves fall in love, regardless of past traumas.
Their shared passion shines through each note and in between them, making a song that is both uplifting and introspective. “Cupidtised” is an experience capturing the essence of being love-stricken yet remaining grounded at the same time.
“Cupidtised” offers a peculiarly individual lyrical approach and a melodic arrangement that swirls around the senses. It is an ode to the unpredictable paths that love often carves and the courage it requires to fully embrace those waves.
If you are in search of a song that tells a tale about the magic of love at first sight with an optimistic twist, “Cupidtised” by Kaiwyn is a good one for your playlist. What it is, in essence, is a track that will surely put a smile on your face and remind you of something; maybe even back to the days where you might have felt or believed in the hopeful prospects of romance.
You can listen to ‘Cupidtised’ below: