Being stuck in a cycle of constantly fixating on the past is an incredibly difficult way to live, and it prevents us from progressing forward with our lives. Nostalgia always sells because it’s a place of comfort for many of us. In the latest release by artist Mark Hattori, “Yesterday,” we are encapsulated in yearning for what once was, both sonically and lyrically. “Yesterday” thrives on its ode to early 2000s pop-punk soundscapes and it’s this artistic choice that truly emphasizes the longing for the past. “Yesterday” captures this sound so well, and it stands out amongst other nostalgia tracks because there’s a clear love for this era of music when you listen.
The lyrical content of “Yesterday” really emphasizes how easy it is for us to slip into that state of yearning for what life used to be like, especially during moments when we feel stuck. “Yesterday” paints us those wonderful moments of enjoying life with those who are special to us, moments of being young and in love with life. The speaker is intensely holding on to these memories and puts them on such a high pedestal. What’s great about this track is you also get the sense that romanticizing the past can be dangerous because it doesn’t allow us to grow. We look at the past with rose-colored glasses and never grow up. That’s why using this musical style to emphasize this message works so well because it makes us fall in love with 2000s music all over again. “Yesterday”
Mark Hattori is an artist from San Jose, who has a clear love for early 2000s music. You can hear the inspiration of many notable artists on this track such as Mayday Parade or Boys Like Girls. Mark Hattori has had the opportunity to perform at notable locations such as 626 Night Market and the Davis Cherry Blossom Festival. On this single, he worked with producer Seth Goodwin. Mark Hattori is an exciting artist to come across because he seems very down to earth and someone who was clearly a fanboy of old pop-punk music. It’s always fun to see artists so many of us can relate to. If you find yourself to be someone who always feels stuck on the past, “Yesterday” is a great track to help you reflect and Mark Hattori is an artist you won’t want to miss.
Written By Chantal Charles
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