Rising boy band Why Don’t We sing about bad communication in their fading relationships on their third single of 2018, “Talk.”

“We go, breaking up like cell phones / When I speak, ‘cause you don’t listen when I talk.”  “Talk,” the third single from boy band Why Don’t We, isn’t about cell phones, but rather poor communication within their respective relationships.  That’s certainly highlighted by the aforementioned excerpt from the chorus.  The rest of the song’s centerpiece goes like this:

“Dial tone, nothing but that high note / When you speak, ‘cause I don’t listen when you talk.”

Beyond the chorus there’s a post chorus, where the effect of the lyrics is, the relationship isn’t going to improve.  But let’s back up and examine the rest of the song, beginning with the first verse.

On the first verse, Zach Herron sings about how the relationship seems to be slipping on both ends.  Daniel Seavey then expounds upon the poor communication – “Words turn to riddles, we make it worse” – ahead of the super-catchy chorus (performed by Jonah Marais).  Corbyn Besson proclaims him and his girlfriend are “on different islands, just sounds of silence” on the second verse, which is patterned after the first.  Later, on the bridge – a third iteration of the pre-chorus – Jack Avery takes the reins.

Final Thoughts

Beyond the lyrics and theme of “Talk,” the production is worth highlighting.  The drum groove and the rhythmic guitar are incredibly slick, amplifying the expressive vocals by the boys.  There’s a hint of the soulful, while keeping it mainstream pop.  All in all, “Talk” gives Why Don’t We another winner ahead of their highly-anticipated debut album.  No, “Talk” won’t change your life or pop music, but it’s fun, sensible, and well-rounded.

Why Don’t We • Talk – Single • Signature / Atlantic • Release: 7.6.18

Photo Credits: Signature / Atlantic