It's really “You” - Carl Kammeyer Hits the Right Note of Devotion!
- Esther
- May 25
- 3 min read
Two years ago, we stumbled upon Carl Kammeyer and Ossico’s luminous collaboration, “One”, a surprise synth-soul gem that caught our ears and held our hearts. Back then, we praised Carl’s powerful, velvety voice and heartfelt lyricism, noting his uncanny ability to elevate electronic textures with raw emotional weight. Now, in 2025, Kammeyer returns not with another genre-blending team-up, but with something even more personal, “You”, a soulful solo single that doubles down on everything we loved about him and strips it back to its purest form. “You” is him stepping confidently into center stage, armed with nothing but a groove, a grateful heart, and a message that resonates across time. This is the Carl Kammeyer we always hoped to hear again, only now, he’s found even more soul, more sway, and more of himself!
Released on March 26th, 2025, this homegrown soul-pop gem emerges not from a high-gloss studio machine, but from the quiet intimacy of Carl’s home studio in Bethel Island, California. And yet, its reach feels wide as the sky. From the jump, “You” radiates warmth and sincerity. It rides in on an old-school house groove laced with retro-soul textures and a shuffling rhythm section that practically dares you not to move. But while your body finds the beat, your heart catches on something deeper, lyrics that aren’t just sung, but felt. Carl’s voice is honest and uncluttered, offering a velvet-like tone that gently leans into every phrase. When he sings -
“You’re the only one that I’ve found who’s caring and true...”
It doesn’t feel like a line from a song, it feels like a whispered truth. The song orbits a central truth: gratitude. But what sets “You” apart is its refusal to dress that sentiment in grandiosity. The verses are built from small, everyday affirmations - “Who cheers up my day when I'm sad?”; that accumulate into something deeply resonant. These aren’t declarations of grand romantic gestures. They’re reminders of presence, kindness, and steadfast support, the true markers of love and connection. It’s an ode to those quiet heroes in our lives, sung with open-hearted clarity. What makes the song truly special is its emotional duality. The rhythm section keeps things light and buoyant, it swings, it moves, while the lyrics hold steady in their groundedness and emotional depth. Kammeyer has struck that rare balance between feeling and form: music that makes you feel good and feel seen at the same time.
And perhaps that’s what’s most moving about “You”, its generosity. In a musical climate often dominated by self-centered narratives, it looks outward. It’s not about ego or heartbreak. It’s a simple, joyous celebration of someone else, a partner, a friend, a guide, who showed up when it mattered. As Carl says himself, “I write about the people who are closest to my heart” and you can hear that devotion in every note. There’s no flashy rollout here, no elaborate promotional tour or viral gimmick. Just a man in his studio, making music for the people he loves and, by extension, for the rest of us, too. And honestly? That’s more than enough. So if you're craving a song that feels like a heartfelt thank-you wrapped in a groove you can dance to, “You” is waiting. Something timeless, soulful, sincere, and undeniably human. Stream it, share it, add it to your feel-good playlist, and let someone special know they’re seen. Because sometimes, the best way to say "thank you"... is to hit play. Listen below!
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