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.
