Review: "FYI" - Jasmine Crowe
- Hanna Hathaway
- Jun 10
- 2 min read
“FYI” is a flirty dance-pop track infused with funky vocals and a runway-pop beat. Crowe is hungry for interaction as she sings “savor you ‘til I’m better”, which could also allude to the dynamic of addiction. She sings about physical affection and impulsive highs, creating an ambiguity that adds character to the song. This potential double-meaning invites a duplicity that deepens the connection made to listeners. She mentions that there’s no questioning “this kind of love,” enforcing the idea of an electric intimacy and/or addictive high mistaken as love. Using the verse “FYI” is a trendy way to lower the stakes when hitting on someone, but also represents the rushed nature of addiction as it’s a texting shortcut. Delivered as a hot song about love or a comment on sobriety, this track has a duality that should be appreciated.
The intro bass invites listeners to stay a while as Crowe’s voice dances through the first verse. A heartbeat drum keeps the track moving until Crowe takes over with high-pitched, dreamy vocals that pair well with flashing, colored lights. With layers of strong sound, Crowe belts “do you feel me?” followed by a gentle, “FYI”. This is all cushioned by sounds reminiscent of runway fashion mixed with sultry pop. Crowe is confident in her voice as she runs through sections of fluctuation with ease. This track is ultra-catchy, light, and versatile. With a few electric guitar riffs, a clap-along beat, and overlapping vocals, the end of this track ties together just over 3 minutes of cold-cut confidence. Play Jasmine Crowe’s “FYI” while riding in your car this summer, you won’t regret it!
“FYI” sounds like Ariana Grande’s “Break Free” filtrated by Madonna’s “Material Girl”, and executes a musical bliss that's difficult to describe. Jasmine Crowe was born in Hawaii, and plays multiple instruments like guitar, piano, and violin. She is an all-in-one singer, songwriter, and producer, creating music that addresses themes like mental health and addiction. Her 2018 single “Breaking Things” won the Grand Prize “Song of the Year” in the John Lennon Songwriting Competition, showcasing her well-rounded talent. She was featured in American Songwriter Magazine as well as Hollywood Life and can be located on various “Discovered” Spotify playlists. Check out the social media links below for more Jasmine Crowe!
Written By Hanna Hathaway
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