Review: "Risk Looking Like A Fool" - Gonzo Mendes
- Cheyenne Johnson
- 3 hours ago
- 2 min read
Grappling with the harsh reality of experiencing unrequited love, Gonzo Mendes has released his latest single, "Risk Looking Like A Fool." A personal track for the artist, Mendes shares, "I wrote this track about the real life experience of telling someone how you feel and not have it be reciprocated. Not just about being disappointed, but also being lied to when the other person can't be straightforward and clear about how they feel. I wrote it as it happened and it helped me process it, especially after turning it into an energetic positive sounding, upbeat indie pop song, despite the lyrics being about a tough experience."
A stark contrast to the song's poignant narrative, Gonzo Mendes' "Risk Looking Like A Fool" is a peppy blend of pop-rock and indie-pop filled with a light-hearted, carefree attitude. The track's soundscape features a mix of compelling, rich instrumentals, driven by funky guitar riffs, grooving bass lines, and spunky beats that rival Tom Misch's "Red Moon." Complementing the single's masterful composition, Mendes delivers addictive melodies with finesse, showing off crisp, smooth vocals that convey the right amount of honesty and emotion about the artist's situation without letting the playful, refreshing mood slip away.
Currently based in Seattle, Gonzo Mendes is an artist, songwriter, and producer originally from Portugal. He's a classically trained guitarist, later branching out into songwriting and production in his teenage years as he was involved with local bands and projects in the city of Porto. Mendes explores a variety of genres that range from soulful and beat driven to indie-folk songs, drawing inspiration from artists like Tom Misch, Jamie Cullum, FKJ, and Daniel Caesar. Aiming to build his platform, Mendes is releasing a new song every month and will be consistently performing live as he expands his audience.
Written By Cheyenne Johnson
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