Tommy Richman captures the bittersweet end of summer in “THOUGHT YOU WERE THE ONE”

Tommy Richman returns and has us thinking about late-night drives, temporary love, and the brutal pain of goodbye. His most recent single, “THOUGHT YOU WERE THE ONE,” seamlessly blends the warm nostalgia of ‘90s R&B with today’s sugar-coated dreaminess, proving once again why he’s one of the most exciting artists in today’s music landscape.

Richman gives  “THOUGHT YOU WERE THE ONE” a touching warmth, like someone reflecting on old memories, a deep longing as autumn leaves possibly losing their color. He captures the vibe of love falling through the cracks as the seasons turn. “THOUGHT YOU WERE THE ONE” has a cinematic quality that makes you stare out the window a beat longer, feeling every note as it washes through the hypnotic groove.

“THOUGHT YOU WERE THE ONE” is a vibe. It’s the last golden hour of summer, the earlier text before the strings wear thin, the lingering scent of someone you thought you’d keep. Richman melds heartbreak and groove expertly, crafting a track that’s as easy to dance to as it is to zone out to.

With his first album on the way, this latest work cements Richman’s status as an artist who knows how to emotion deeply, unapologetically, and beautifully.