Allsmiles are Vig and Char, two North London schoolmates who’ve been making music together for almost ten years, but somehow never released anything until now. “Pigeon” is their debut, and it was worth the wait.
The song opens softly, with a guitar intro that feels calm and a little romantic, the kind of thing that pairs well with a cup of coffee and an early sunrise. The vocals carry that same warmth and texture, with real emotion behind every line and delivery. The writing stands out just as much as the performance. Allsmiles clearly has a gift for painting a scene so well that you can actually picture the moment the song is describing as it plays.
“Something’s out in the air
I’ll think about what they think over there
But they don’t mean nothing
Don’t know why I care if they don’t”
The title of the song comes from the idea of a pigeon, a bird most people overlook or dismiss, used here as a stand-in for someone the singer has fallen for despite worrying how others might see it. The lyrics sit in that nervous space of loving someone you’re almost embarrassed to admit you need, someone who’s become the thing keeping you steady, even when you’re not totally sure that’s healthy.
The drums stay simple and steady throughout, which makes the groove more consistent. This song doesn’t feel like a song that needed much more than that; the drums, guitars, and bass all hit at the right level, with the vocals loud and clear in the mix. Also, the way the song transitions smoothly between quieter, intimate stretches and slightly fuller moments gives it a naturally effortless flow from start to finish.
“Pigeon” is a gentle, honest debut, and a strong first impression from a duo clearly still figuring out just how good they are. Take a listen below.
Written by Toyo Senpai
