by Alex Wilson
Album
Electric Echoes
Year
2025
Genre
Acoustic Pop/Indie Pop/Singer-Songwriter
Duration
3:42
Description
A heartfelt acoustic pop song about finding connection and vulnerability in the digital age. 'Digital Bonfire' explores the paradox of online interaction – the superficiality juxtaposed with the genuine emotions and shared experiences that can arise. Alex Wilson's raw vocals and earnest lyrics create an intimate atmosphere, inviting listeners to reflect on the power and pitfalls of modern communication.
Lyrics
(Verse 1) Phone screen glowin', midnight blue Thumb scrollin', lookin' for you Comments flyin', hearts on fire Feedin' the flame, takin' it higher This ain't a game, this ain't pretend This digital bonfire, it never ends Pourin' my soul out, line by line Hopin' your heart catches mine (Chorus) Burnin' it up, burnin' it bright Underneath the digital light Every word a spark, every song a flame Playin' with fire, callin' your name This digital bonfire, reachin' for the sky Let the embers fly, let the feelings ride high (Verse 2) Strumming my guitar, singin' my truth Spillin' the secrets of my restless youth Layin' it bare for the world to see Hopin' you're watchin', hopin' you're with me This concrete jungle, a lonely place But in this moment, I find my grace Connectin' with souls, across the miles Tradin' our stories, sharin' our smiles (Bridge) They say it's fake, they say it's a show But the heat I feel, down deep I know It's real as the tears I cry in the night Real as the dreams that take flight This digital world, it ain't all bad It's where I found the love I never had (Chorus) Burnin' it up, burnin' it bright Underneath the digital light Every word a spark, every song a flame Playin' with fire, callin' your name This digital bonfire, reachin' for the sky Let the embers fly, let the feelings ride high (Outro) So log on in, gather 'round the screen Let the digital bonfire burn bright and keen Yeah, let it burn... let it burn on Let it burn, 'til the morning's dawn.
Notes
Instrumentation: Acoustic guitar (fingerpicked or strummed), soft synth pads (optional, for ambience), subtle percussion (shaker, light kick drum), and Alex Wilson's lead vocals. Consider adding a layer of harmony vocals in the chorus to thicken the sound. Tempo: Medium tempo, around 120 BPM. The song should feel relaxed but with a slight urgency. Mood: Introspective, vulnerable, hopeful, and slightly melancholic. Key: C Major. The chord progression is relatively simple, focusing on common chords in the key (C, G, Am, F). Performance Notes: Alex Wilson should deliver the vocals with sincerity and passion. The guitar part should be clean and precise, creating a solid foundation for the song. The optional synth pads should be used sparingly to create a sense of atmosphere without overpowering the other instruments. Focus on dynamic variation to build intensity in the choruses.