Aloe Blacc and 2ŁØT's latest single, "Immortal," is a mirror, manifesto, and mantra combined into one hauntingly beautiful song. Matching 2ŁØT's genre-blurring soundscapes with Aloe Blacc's unforgettable voice, "Immortal" is a rumination on death tinged with urgency. Sculpted after the ancient notion of memento mori, the idea that death is inevitable, this song turns what might be a morbid message into an anthem of empowerment, electrified.
Rather than mourn life's finiteness, Blacc and 2ŁØT transform it into a passion for truth and fearless action. The production is as brash as the message. 2ŁØT is ambitious in pushing against genre walls, but with a mix of soul, alt-pop, and cinematic grit, it's a sound that feels alive. Then Aloe Blacc comes in, and with him comes that warmth and power that has always defined Aloe. It wraps around the track like an embrace and grounds it with entirely personal yet universal vocals. It's a heaviness behind every note, a feeling that he not only means every word.
Rudy Love Jr. of 2ŁØT sums it up best, "'Immortal' is about unlocking the part of you that's waiting to be set free." And that's precisely what the song does. It is the big, awkward question, "What would I do if I weren't afraid?" and won't let you off the hook. This is a new chapter in 2ŁØT but another strong chapter in Aloe Blacc's genre-defying history. "Immortal" asks you not only to listen but to wake. Stop sleepwalking through comfort and step into clarity. The moment when most music disappears as quick as it lands on your playlist, "Immortal" sticks. It echoes. And if you're paying close attention, it might help you change how you live.