Matt Geronimo – Put It On Me

Yearning passion pours through the whole of Matt Geronimo’s seductive “Put It On Me”. Everything about it stuns from the dance-rock vibes of the piece itself to the sensual lyricism. Indeed, the lyrics truly do take front and center stage. Forgoing niceties about romance it gets straight to the point. This is not a song about finding a lover this is a song for lovers. His voice rings strong and true over the course of the track always having just the right touch to it. Within his voice an entire series of happy moments have led to this singular, celebratory experience. By stripping things down to this very moment there is a spontaneous spirit that comes to sculpt it, with the guitar riffs further unfurling to reveal such depth. Rhythms are kept to the essentials for this truly is about surrendering oneself to the moment.
Hedonism reigns supreme on this track. It appears in multiple ways: in terms of the sheer lush production, done with the utmost of grace. Lyrics also lend themselves mightily to this demeanor for Matt Geronimo does not mince words. At least in that respect he takes a page out of an unexpected source – from Future’s deep thorough exploration of the id. Similar to Future, Matt Geronimo does not spare details letting everything emerge at its own pace. Purely as a vocalist though, Matt Geronimo’s delivery takes a page from Julian Casablancas of the Strokes. Dripping with decadence, the delivery feels so sultry, as the piece has its own tropical humidity to it.
Jumping right into the thick of things, his voice takes front and center stage. He sings with such fire and passion, perfectly embodying the sense of ecstasy he’s exploring. Gradually the whole of the experience comes into view, from the attention to detail to the fast pace of the tempo. Rhythm works particular wonders as it resembles a racing heart break excited about coming together with another person. This message has a particular relevance considering all the togetherness people currently are missing out on, all those relationships that were about to flower. With these lyrics he touches upon the passion that helps people truly feel alive. Celebratory to its very core, the way the piece builds itself up with the guitar gliding along gives it a particular power.
Matt Geronimo delivers a sound full of soul on the powerful pop sexuality of “Put It On Me”.