Chicago singer-songwriter Niko Xidas delivers something quietly stunning with his new single “All at Once,” co-written with Aubrey Swander. Anchored by the warm simplicity of a 3-string guitar, the track immediately pulls you into an intimate, almost cinematic space.
The song unfolds like the aftermath of a relationship that’s faded or slipped away. Xidas’ vocals carry a tender honesty, confessing the longing embedded in the refrain “I wanted you to love me.” It feels as though he’s speaking into a void, reaching for someone no longer there.
Yet, Aubry Swander’s soft background vocals drift in like an echo — gentle, supportive, and bittersweet — suggesting that the story isn’t entirely finished.
Mellow and heartfelt, “All at Once” feels less like a traditional pop song and more like a scene from a movie soundtrack: understated, emotional, and deeply human. It’s the kind of track that lingers with you long after the final chord fades.
