LUAN LUAN - A SONG YOU WON'T FORGET

On Rotation: TIIVA & LUAN LUAN - A SONG YOU WON'T FORGET

Tiiva, a UK-based producer, recently collaborated with the Spanish-born and Brighton-based vocalist Luan Luan on their release “A Song You Won’t Forget,” a catchy synth-pop track that is reminiscent of the best synth-pop hits from the last decade. With its dreamy production and poetic lyrics, the song adds a light twist to the bittersweetness of knowing that some romances are destined to come to an end.

Production wise, the track kicks off with an atmospheric backing, as Luan’s higher-pitched vocals are filled with pop-laced hesitation. Subtle synths and a steady beat come in and set the tone, before the song shifts quickly gears after the first lines, which help the emotive sound turn into a more energetic drop reminiscent of The Chainsmokers’ early hits. Notably, Tiiva’s production smoothly transitions from the song’s intimate opening into its high-energy, euphoric climax.

Lyrically, “A Song You Won’t Forget” is all about those unforgettable, yet simple, moments in a relationship that play in head on repeat. As such, the opening lyrics detail a cinematic scene, making the music video appear in your head as the first lyrics play “You're crying/ you take a drag of your cigarette/ the last ones are always the ones that you regret.” With a clear picture, the thoughtful lyrics further detail the finality, whether it’s about the cigarette itself or more so about a relationship on the line. The next lines “red wine on your lips haven't soaked in yet” adds to the storytelling but also hints at the escapism of emotions. The title is shown in the next lines with, “The city hums a song you won’t forget,” which personifies the city, making it clear that the city means something to these two, which is often common in younger relationships. Furthermore, later lines like “I share my scars with you” makes the song feel like a synth pop ode to fleeting love, inevitable growth, and self-discovery.

“A Song You Won’t Forget” showcases Tiiva’s perfect mix of nostalgic pop beats, poetic lyrics, and classic electro-pop production that makes them stand out in the indie music scene as they have the talent of the big names. Fans of artists like MUNA, Shura, and CHVRCHES will find a lot to love in this sound. As the title implies, this song is certainly one that is bound to be hard to forget.