Acoustic sounds from Matt Gombau

“Breathe”, is the touching second single from singer-songwriter Matt Gombau. Following his first release “Cat’s and Butterflies”, this heartfelt track explores notions of dreams and escapism with gentle harmonies and melancholic lyrics.

Inspired by the works of Damien Rice, Eddie Vedder, and Tallest Man on Earth, the track’s warm and organic alt-folk sound is full of understated vocals and shimmery acoustic guitar.

Gombau has collaborated with friend and fellow songwriter, Gwenshana, to compose the poignant piece that touches on ideas of unfulfilled dreams and aspirations. His powerful and eloquent lyricism is prevalent throughout the track. The song’s emotive and thought provoking lyrics “I won’t see them growing, all those seeds I scattered in my secret garden, eaten by the crows and blown away by the winds of fate“, create a hurricane of emotions that solidify the overall bitter sweet sentiment of the track.

Gambou’s delicate and dreamy delivery, paired with bright melodies leave the listener hanging onto every note.

Listen to Breathe below