CEEKO Unveils Nostalgic R&B Tune ‘Messed Up’
Revealing the next testament to Ceeko’s experiences with love, ‘Messed Up’ is a nostalgic R&B record that serves as a prequel to his earlier release off the same upcoming EP, ‘Where Do We Begin’.
‘Messed Up’ is about the heartache that comes from being in a relationship with someone whose intentions are of ill will, encapsulating the pain along the way. With young love as the subject muse, the track shares parallel meaning with unhealthy industry relationships that Ceeko once had.
“I want this track to help people move on and get over heartbreak. It's not always an intimate love, heartbreak can be felt from any relationship you invest emotion in. To then have that slap you in the face - it can hurt. I wanted to create something to help people move on.” - Ceeko on the track
With unembellished lyrics powered by Ceeko’s sophisticated vocals, the track provokes a trip down your own memory lane, bringing back emotions on something everyone can relate to. Produced by Hugh Lake, its sounds are reminiscent of early 2000s R&B infused with warm 808s and sensual guitar licks that form nostalgic undertones.
CEEKO is a Melbourne-based, South African-born artist who draws inspiration from his roots, combining afro-beat rhythms, melodies and spirit with a touch of R&B and Soul. His accolades include a feature on Illstrtd’s ‘Work Hard’, guest vocals on Spit Syndicate’s ‘Houdini’, and notable work with top grade artists including Remi, Billy Davis & The Good Lords, and Tentendo.
While ‘Messed Up’ explores the punishment of heartbreak, Ceeko’s upcoming EP ‘Where Do We Begin’ also offers a take on the glory of love.
“The EP is a story about all the different angles that I’ve felt love. ‘Messed Up’ is a record that ties the EP together, because you can’t know the feeling of true love without knowing the feeling of true heartbreak.” - Ceeko on the EP
The highly anticipated EP ‘Where Do We Begin’ is slated for release later this year, promising the final pieces to the puzzle of love and pain that Ceeko has teased over this last year.