Jordan Siwek goes all in with wit and warmth and a rock' n' roll spirit on his latest track, "Like Me (and Follow Me)." The song is a cheeky, toe-tapping riff on the surreality of the circus of social media, laid down with a kind of sincerity and musicality that makes it stick. "Like Me (and Follow Me)" is a niftily written pop-rock anthem that's both a gentle poke and a sincere commentary on our digital existence.
From Jordan's lead vocals and piano to the top-notch production by Jim McGorman, whose credits include Goo Goo Dolls, Michelle Branch, Weezer, and Avril Lavigne, this song sizzles with ebullience and precision arrangements. Siwek's skill at the piano is assured and emotive, born of a love of legends such as Elton John and Billy Joel, but with the added touch of alt-rock grit inspired by The Black Keys and Ben Folds. The Who's bassist, Jon Button, provides the groove and thrust, the compelling pulse of the song's infectious rhythm, with a dynamic punch that keeps things moving. Written in D minor and characterized by the blues scale, the melody is marked by tension that resonates with the song's lyrical subject, the desire for online attention and validation, as well as a yearning for genuine, tangible connection.
Since releasing the song, he has garnered over 700,000 TikTok followers, forming a worldwide community of musicians to bond with and even receiving praise from artists like Jordin Sparks and Halle Bailey. He isn't blind to the irony, but instead of cynicism, he opts for celebration. And that's what makes this track so lovable. For anyone who's addicted to scrolling or just loves an excellent live performance, "Like Me (and Follow Me)" is Jordan Siwek at his most charismatic. It's catchy, clever, and oddly comforting, a musical mirror for the social era that allows us to laugh, reflect, and even unplug after just one more listen.
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