In a world where vulnerability is often masked, Benjamino hands it to us on a silver plate — raw, melodic, and unfiltered. His latest offering 'Whataboutism' is a shimmering slice of indie-soul that burrows deep into the psyche, illuminating the messy intersections between personal truth and internal conflict.
Fresh off supporting Coldplay in front of thousands, Benjamino is stepping fully into his own spotlight, and 'Whataboutism' is proof he belongs there. With its brooding pulse and atmospheric textures, the track unfolds like a fever dream: heavy-lidded and introspective, yet lit from within by pockets of warmth and clarity.
A thick, almost oppressive bassline anchors the track, like a heartbeat caught in the chest during moments of spiralling doubt. Percussive ticks echo the creeping tension of anxiety, while Benjamino’s vocals feel like a comforting hand on the shoulder. It’s an elegant contradiction: pressure meets grace, fear meets softness.
Lyrically, 'Whataboutism' captures the isolating echo chamber of self-doubt, the kind that whispers not just “you’re not enough” but “you don’t belong”, even in spaces meant to feel like home. Inspired by a late-blooming journey into queer identity, the track digs into that liminal space between personal awakening and societal expectation. The result is a song that speaks through anxiety, giving voice to the shapeless fears we all carry and often misplace onto others.
As Benjamino continues his monthly rollout toward the debut album 'Cucino', this track is a potent taste of what’s to come: introspective storytelling dressed in lush, immersive sonics. With 'Whataboutism', he offers a moment of understanding in a world that rarely pauses to breathe.