Summary
- Joji released “PIXELATED KISSES,” his first single in three years
- The self-produced track blends a distorted beat with his signature emotional vocals
- The song explores the distant nature of love in the digital age
Joji has made his highly anticipated return after a three-year hiatus with the single “PIXELATED KISSES,” marking his first release since his last album, SMITHEREENS, dropped in 2022.
Clocking in at under two minutes, “PIXELATED KISSES” is a self-produced track that showcases Joji’s experimental new sound. It features a gritty, distorted rage beat contrasted with Joji’s signature soft and emotional R&B vocals. This striking combination of an aggressive instrumental and delicate singing creates a unique and engaging listening experience, embodying Joji’s moody, genre-bending artistry.
At its heart, “PIXELATED KISSES” explores the longing, fragile, and distant nature of love in the digital age. The chorus, “Pixelated kisses got me goin’ insane / Replicate this moment from a million miles away,” poignantly illustrates the experience of two people who are emotionally close yet physically separated. They communicate through screens, blurring the lines between reality and affection, reflecting the dualities of connection and isolation created by modern technology.
Watch the official visualizer for “PIXELATED KISSES” above and stream the track below.
