
FOMO is an acronym that translates to the fear of missing out. Whether we like to admit it or not, we’ve all had FOMO at some point in our lives. Carson Ferris’ latest single “FOMO,” is a song that talks about choices and prioritizing what matters most in life, even if it means missing out on other opportunities. Ferris drew inspiration from his own life and the sacrifices he made as he chased his musical dreams. While most teenagers typically spend a lot of time playing video games or hanging out with friends, Ferris chose to dedicate his time towards his musical craft – sacrificing his ability to enjoy normal teenager stuff. Explaining the meaning behind the song, Ferris said, “This can apply to a lot of things, but what I specifically wrote ‘FOMO’ about is choosing to do music instead of being a normal teenager. We all come across hard decisions in our lives that will lead to missing out on something.” The song as a whole showcases a wisdom beyond Ferris’ years, but the lyrics, “It’s hard to decide what matters most in life // You always look back wondering if what you did was right,” particularly strike a powerful chord.
“FOMO” has all the ingredients of a hit song. It has a catchy guitar intro, an upbeat tempo, relatable lyrics, and is sung by an artist whose voice draws you in from the first note. Ferris’ gentle yet powerful tone is inviting and effortlessly flows throughout the song. The opening guitar intro immediately caught my attention. It reminded me a bit of the opening guitar intro in “Beautiful Soul” by Jesse McCartney, which was one of my favorite songs growing up. Produced by Ferris’s longtime mentor and collaborator MYKYL, “FOMO” incorporates catchy pop beats, while infusing subtle hints of electronic and rock sounds that make for a must-listen-to track.
If you’re not listening to Carson Ferris, you should have major FOMO. The Utah native may be fairly new to the industry, but his indie electro-pop rock sound has nabbed him over 12,000 monthly listeners on Spotify. Ferris immersed himself in the Utah music scene at a young age and quickly became lauded for his musical talents. He has had the opportunity to sing the national anthem at a Utah Jazz basketball game and perform with Donny Osmond in one of his Las Vegas shows. In addition, the artist was also a finalist at the 2023 International Acoustic Awards in the Drive Alone Acoustic category. His debut single “Can’t Be Without You,” which was a collaboration with Hip-Hop/ R&B artist Trinidad Cardona, was released in 2021. Influenced by artists like Ed Sheeran, Benson Boone, and Knox, Ferris is an artist that is dedicated to inviting listeners into his life through lyrical expression and authenticity. His latest single “FOMO” is out now on all music streaming platforms.
Written By Giselle Morales
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