Back To You
Lyrics by Shaun Zizi
Music by Bryan Underwood
Released: July 12, 2023
Album: Elemental
Label: Moosic Entertainment
ISRC: QZK6G2308108
Key: C# Major
BPM: 140
Lyrics by Shaun Zizi
Music by Bryan Underwood
Released: July 12, 2023
Album: Elemental
Label: Moosic Entertainment
ISRC: QZK6G2308108
Key: C# Major
BPM: 140
"Back To You" centers on the experience of physical and emotional distance from someone essential and the pull that inevitably leads back to them. The lyrics trace that arc directly: leaving, realizing what was left behind, and the decision to return.
The song is notable for featuring a Nigerian choir during the bridge, a collaboration that brings a choral, communal dimension to the track's pop-punk foundation. This addition creates a sonic shift that mirrors the song's emotional arc, moving from individual longing to something that feels more universal and expansive.
Thematically, "Back To You" explores the idea that place and person become the same thing that home isn't a location but a specific relationship. Lines like "Your heart leads me home" and "I came back, back to you" frame return not as defeat but as clarity. It addresses the question of whether distance can truly separate people, ultimately answering that it can't when the connection is fundamental enough.
Vents Magazine called it "the underground Pop-Punk anthem of the summer," while FrontView highlighted the "group vocals" and "irresistible melody" as defining elements.
How'd I move so far from you?
Can't erase the memories
My heart will never change
That leads me back, right back to you
Do you feel the same as I do?
To me, there's no one else but you
Could distance come between us?
Can I come back? Back to you
I know just one thing
Your heart leads me home
Here we are now living this feeling
Don't you dare wake me if I'm dreaming
You're proof that dreams come true
Home it's always where the heart is
Here we are now, living this feeling
Don't you dare wake me if I'm dreaming
I came back, back to you
Home it's always where the heart is
Why'd I move so far from you?
Can't stop thinking of us
My heart will never change
That leads me back, right back to you
There's only one thing I can do
Turn around and head to your town
Distance won't come between us
Can I come back? Back to you
I know just one thing
Your heart leads me home
Here we are now living this feeling
Don't you dare wake me if I'm dreaming
You're proof that dreams come true
Home it's always where the heart is
Here we are now, living this feeling
Don't you dare wake me if I'm dreaming
I came back, back to you
Home it's always where the heart is
Here we are now, living this feeling
Don't you dare wake me if I'm dreaming
You're proof that dreams come true
Home it's always where the heart is
Here we are now, living this feeling
Don't you dare wake me if I'm dreaming
I came back, back to you
Home it's always where the heart is
Here we are now, living this feeling
Don't you dare wake me if I'm dreaming
You're proof that dreams come true
Home it's always where the heart is
Here we are now, living this feeling
Don't you dare wake me if I'm dreaming
I came back, back to you
Home it's always where the heart is
Writing & Performance
| Role | Credit |
|---|---|
| Lyrics | Shaun Zizi |
| Music | Bryan Underwood |
| Vocals | Shaun Zizi |
| Guitars | Bryan Underwood |
Production
| Role | Credit |
|---|---|
| Producer | Bryan Underwood |
| Recording Engineer | Bryan Underwood |
| Vocal Recording Engineer | Shaun Zizi |
| Drum Programming | Bryan Underwood |
| Vocal Tuning | Shaun Zizi |
| Bass Programming | Bryan Underwood |
| Mixing Engineer | Bryan Underwood |
| Mastering Engineer | Bryan Underwood |
This mix was built around a core set of processors and signal chains that define the overall sound of the record. Additional fine-tuning plugins and corrective processing were used throughout the session where needed.
Recording Chain
Processing Chain
Guitar Used
Lead Guitar Processing Chain
Rhythm Guitars Processing Chain
The bass was programmed using Toontrack EZBass, with the expansion pack Classic Rock.
Processing Chain
Drums were programmed using Superior Drummer 3 by Bryan Underwood.
Processing Chain
Close Mics
Overheads
Room Mics
Drum Bus
Parallel Drum Compression
"Back To You" may be the first of its kind to use a Nigerian choir, incorporating the unique addition in the song's bridge."
New Noise Magazine
"'Back To You' is a sweet reminder of the bliss we feel spending time with that special someone. With this release, King of Cups continues their streak of immersive releases, and they've once again knocked it out of the park."
Buzz Music
"Soak yourselves in the soul-stirring voyage that King of Cups has crafted with 'Back to You.' Allow the bone-crushing guitar riffs, soaring vocals, and emotive lyrics to sweep you off your feet and carry you into a world of love and dreams. Join Sugar Shaun and BryGuy on their incredible journey as they conquer the world stage and leave an everlasting impact on the music scene."
TunedLoud
"In these ever-changing times, where authenticity and genuine emotions are craved, we are deeply honored that Calling All Gigs considers "Back To You" to be a beacon of hope. Our goal has always been to create music that not only entertains but also provides a source of solace and inspiration for all of us."
Calling All Gigs
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