Benjamin, Tommi (seksipommi) | Song Review

Finnish singer/songwriter Benjamin delivers an entertaining, high-flying, up-tempo pop bop with “Tommi (seksipommi).” 

“Oh Tommi, Tommi, hey neighbor Tommi / When did you become a sex bomb?” That is a good question, Benjamin (Benjamin Peltonen). Likely, in the United States, Tommi would be spelled as Tommy. Regardless, our handsome and talented Finnish pop star has his eyes on his neighbor, who has ‘glowed up’ something fierce. “Tommi (seksipommi)” (“Tommy (Sex Bomb)”) is sung exclusively in Peltonen’s native language, Finnish.  For my commentary, the Finnish lyrics will be roughly translated to my native language, English. Peltonen composed “Tommi” alongside Iivari Suosalo and producer Atso Soivio.

“Tommi (seksipommi)” features sleek, pop production work.  It is perfect for this gay pop record.  Benjamin serves up smooth vocals. Despite being enamored with ‘Tommi,’ it never sounds as if he breaks a sweat. We know he is sweating though (“Oh Tommy…/ You have become a goddamn sex bomb / Would you like to have a sleepover [or go out] again?”). Peltonen sings in his lower register during the verses.  In the first verse, everything seems to stop as the hottie walks into the bar.  In the second, Peltonen wants him badly.  In the pre-chorus, he still can’t believe that Tommi is the same Tommi next door (“Everyone stares at you / I can’t even recognize you”). “Tommi (seksipommi)” features tuneful melodies throughout. The enthusiastic, big chorus is the centerpiece, thanks to Tommi,” of course! There is fabulous contrast during the bridge, which is energetic and maintains the ‘high-flying’ nature of the record (“We don’t need our moms’ approval / To have fun ‘til sunrise”). Benjamin ‘does the damn thing’ on “Tommi (seksipommi)”.  This queer pop single is a surefire gem!

Benjamin // “Tommi (seksipommi)” // Warner Music Finland // 3.7.25

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