A song about not being able to get over somebody who meant the world to you </3

WITHOUT YOU

Unlike most of my music where I write from my own perspective, SIMPLE MAN tells the powerful story of a 9-5 factory worker with a lifelong passion for music. As he grows older, he realizes with devastating clarity that he never pursued his dreams of creating and performing music. This realization tears him apart inside, reflecting the deep regret and sadness he feels in his final moments of life. This theme hits close to home for me, drawn from real-life experiences I’ve witnessed. I hope "Simple Man" resonates with you in some aspect of your life and I hope you enjoy ❤️

SIMPLE MAN

COME AND KEEP ME WARM

This song “LEAVE OUR MARK” is an introspective reflection on resilience, hope, and the wisdom passed down through generations. It weaves together imagery of life's fragility, the struggle against adversity, and the enduring strength of the human spirit. The lyrics explore themes of emotional pain, the weight of life's challenges, and the importance of perseverance, while also emphasizing the power of love and guidance from family. In this song I recall childhood dreams, the advice of my mother, and the lessons learned from my father’s strength, ultimately finding solace in self-expression through writing. The repeated refrain of “every bruise and every scar” symbolizes the scars we carry, but also the determination to leave a meaningful impact despite life's hardships. The song's core message is clear: through the storms and struggles, we hold on, push forward, and make our mark.

LEAVE OUR MARK

Inspired in Cape Town. Chill Afro house, coastal energy, and sounds that capture the rhythm of the city

capetown afterlight

"SECRET LOVER" is a moody synthpop confession wrapped in retro textures and emotional vulnerability. With haunting melodies and raw, intimate lyrics, this track dives into the complexity of hidden love, obsession, and the ache of longing for something just out of reach.

Written from the perspective of someone stuck between fantasy and heartbreak, SECRET LOVER blends atmospheric synths, cinematic vocals, and a steady mid-tempo groove to create a sound that’s both nostalgic and emotionally charged.

For fans of The Weeknd, Troye Sivan, Teddy Swims and M83—this is late-night introspection for the romantically reckless.

SECRET LOVER

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Matt Pridgyn & Chad Walt - I Will Wait

Sober in October by Chad Walt is a raw and heartfelt ballad about the struggle of choosing sobriety and the quiet battles that come with it. Through vivid lyrics like celebrating a birthday alone by fridge light, hiding trembling hands in a thrift store jacket pocket, or finding old memories in a forgotten polaroid, the song captures the loneliness, temptation, and reflection that follow giving up alcohol. The recurring chorus with images of black coffee steam, heavy mornings, and the haunting feeling of loss paints sobriety as both a burden and a path toward clarity. Walt balances pain with hope, showing that while each day feels longer and heavier there is also the pursuit of chasing the silence where peace might be found. It is an intimate exploration of struggle, resilience, and the search for softer truer joy through clear eyes.

SOBER IN OCTOBER

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SIMPLE MAN

CHAD WALT

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