Isn’t it beautiful when a song takes you somewhere you didn’t expect to go?
That’s exactly what happens with “Up” by The Mechanical Mind—and yes, it only goes up from the moment you press play (pun fully intended).
The Mechanical Mind is the project of Simon Jacobsohn, a relentless explorer of sound, emotion, and decay.
That curiosity shines through in this two-minute-and-fifty-second track, a sonic journey that’s glitchy, experimental, and pure fun.
“Up” blends textures from indie pop, drum and bass, and experimental electronica to create a euphoric, glitchy, pop-forward track grounded by Jacobsohn’s warm, pristine vocals.
Around the 1:30 mark, the song detaches from its pop accessibility, venturing into experimental territory—only to glide back into its pop-driven main melody by 1:50.
Lyrically, you could describe “Up” as light and airy, with a top-line melody that feels instantly catchy and melodic—but it’s the production that truly takes the wheel, pushing boundaries and guiding your ears on a sonic trip you’ll never see coming.
It’s a worthy listen for anyone who likes to be challenged a little and isn’t afraid to follow where the artist leads.
