In his new single, “Heaven So Close,” Kalpee, the genre-blurring artist from Trinidad and Tobago, continues to illustrate how modern afrobeats can sound, with its smooth, introspective, and spiritual lyrical depictions. The Trinidadian singer-songwriter behind some of the slickest productions and most thoughtful compositions that have shaped his discography, Kalpee continues to show us that music isn’t just about hearing, it is about feeling.
Inspired by Rick Rubin’s The Creative Act, the song considers the idea that being creative is more than just a form of expression, it actually acts as a bridge to something higher. Kalpee captures that sentiment beautifully, weaving his own story of creative mentorship and personal exploration into the song’s core. There’s a serene sense of self-belief in how he conveys his messages, as if he has an almighty force on his side in surrendering himself to the momentum of inspiration.
“Heaven So Close” is precisely that, a portrayal of excellence nearby. It flows effortlessly, and the melody skates with ease, held together by Kalpee’s warmth and rhythmic blanket. The production is rich yet spare, just enough to let his soulful vocals and poetic meditations shine through. It invites listeners into a moment that is both intensely personal and transcendentally relatable, one in which the quiet realization arises that heaven isn’t some far-off place. Still, it is found within our state of being when we create, love, and connect.
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