Halifax’s The Two Body Problem Release Their Debut Single, “Did I Love You”
Dreampop darling Alanna Matty and country troubadour Dan Young have joined forces to form The Two Body Problem, an indie-folk duo trading in lush harmony and impeccable songcraft. In their beautifully-realized debut single, the pair reflect on past friendships and relationships, wondering what they really were.
“Our memories like to play tricks on us, especially when it comes to people we love,” says Matty. “Looking back it’s hard to tell what you really felt.”
“Did I Love You” is the first single from The Two Body Problem, and in many ways reflects the core of what the band is about – exploring the tension and difficulties that come from tying your life and heart to another person, a human compulsion that is at once natural and impossible. Their effortless harmonies and instrumentation paint the picture, each member lending their own life experiences to the heart-wrenching lyrics.
“It’s a reflection, reframing a person from your past and redefining your experience of them,” says Young.
Review
It’s immediately apparent that the lyrics on “Did I Love You” are the heart of this song, exploring the intricacies of past relationships and how they can stay with us.
The recurring questions, “Did I love you? Did I just want to? Did I love you? Did I just care?” act as a powerful anchor, highlighting the central theme of self-doubt and the quest for clarity. The gentle melody complements the harmonious, emotive vocals of the talented duo.
Overall, “Did I Love You” truly stands out due to its profound lyrics and authentic emotional depth. It’s a song that is bound to resonate deeply with its audience.”