Benjamin Sheridan's "Roses" is a reflective look at holding onto something that no longer serves you. Rooted in the alt-rock sound reminiscent of early 2000s bands, Sheridan crafts a song that blends nostalgia with modern sincerity. The track's driving rhythm and soaring guitar riffs build a tension that mirrors the internal struggle conveyed in its lyrics.
The song is about mourning the loss of a relationship while still being in it, a paradox that Sheridan explores with poignant clarity. He explains, "It's a song about realizing that sometimes commitment can lead you to accept harmful circumstances and it's a reminder to not be afraid of moving on." This theme of reluctant acceptance permeates throughout, as hinted by its artwork: roses drying on a coat hanger, capturing the essence of trying to preserve something that has already passed its time.
"Roses" balances a gritty, grunge-inspired energy with a dose of pop punk. Sheridan's layered instrumentation and dynamic shifts give the track a sense of urgency that never overwhelms the personal nature of the lyrics, making the track feel both anthemic and intimate. The song reminds us that, even when something fades, it doesn't diminish its original beauty.
With "Roses", Benjamin Sheridan has captured a timeless sentiment with a contemporary edge. Listen to the song below.
Reese is a freelance creative with a passion for music blogging, diving deep into the sounds that shape her world. Her musical tastes span from the raw energy of post-punk to the storytelling charm of folk rock, but it's Echo & the Bunnymen who reign as her ultimate heroes.
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