“Sing-Along Songs” or Cry-Alone Truths? Arn-Identified Flying Objects and Alien Friends, blurs the Lines Beautifully!
- Esther
- May 18
- 3 min read
Back in 2022, we first tuned into the cosmic transmissions of Arn-Identified Flying Objects and Alien Friends with “Cities Above”, a track that shimmered with nostalgic optimism and sly commentary, revealing an artist unafraid to reach skyward while keeping his boots in the bittersweet dirt. Three years later, the alien has landed here again and this time, brought "Sing-Along Songs", a song that doubles down on everything that made us fall for his warped brand of indie-pop in the first place, irony with a pulse, melodies that smirk as much as they sparkle, and lyrics that slip in the existential dread between the hooks. The Swedish solo project (helmed by former Redmoon member Arne Floryd) continues to explore the elastic limits of indie, folk-rock, and power pop with the skill of a seasoned astronaut navigating musical wormholes. The song questions what we’re singing for once we get there. And the answer, it turns out, is as catchy as it is complicated!
The song crashes in with a bright, jangly pulse, bell-like plucks bouncing off groove-slick percussion, invoking something like a sun-drenched mash-up of Big Star and early Phoenix. The melody’s playful, the rhythm irresistibly toe-tapping. At first blush, you might think this is just another feel-good indie-pop number meant for rooftop parties and festival stages.
But then come the lyrics -
“Sunlight’s burning in your face, red light in a foggy place / You’re like a prophet from outer space…”
Wait, what?
There’s a deliberate cognitive dissonance here. The verses are oddly prophetic, even cryptic-world-weariness filtered through cosmic metaphors. Then the chorus hits with its chant-like repetition -
“Sing-along songs, sing-along songs, sing-along, ringa-ding-dong, ringa-ding-dong, ringa-ding-dong…”
It’s infectious, yes, but also kind of absurd. That absurdity, though, isn’t a mistake. It’s a statement. This is a song about the artifice of happiness, the performance of joy, and the surreal nature of being a performer in a world that wants easy entertainment. It’s a clever hat tip to the duality of pop music, the joy of it, and the burden. It’s ironic, sure, but never cruel. You can feel that the artist loves the craft even as he pokes holes in it. Think of it as Jonathan Richman’s sardonic grin meeting the melancholy depth of The Kinks circa Village Green Preservation Society, all filtered through Swedish indie cool. The second verse throws in some more similar personal storytelling while the bridge throws wide the emotional net -
“Cousins and colleagues and friends, and even my boss, wanna hear me sing…”
A line that feels lifted straight from a fever dream of social obligation and reluctant charisma. What becomes clear is that this project isn’t just about writing good songs (though, spoiler: he absolutely does). It’s about perspective. It’s about narrative layering, the kind of musical storytelling that makes the audience an accomplice. Every detail is placed with care, from the angular, jangly guitars to the punchy basslines to the soft, precise way synths and organs sneak in and out of the mix. And if there’s a third, invisible track running underneath this double single, it’s called craftsmanship. From the mixing to the arrangements to the thematic interplay, everything serves the song. There’s no wasted motion here. The rhythm section swings without overcrowding, the synths uplift without smothering, and the vocals, at turns smug, sexy, sad, always feel perfectly tuned to the mood of the moment.
In a world flooded with algorithmic hooks and playlist-filler singles, this release stands out as something rarer. It's one of those songs that hum with ideas. Songs that might just outlast the platforms they’re streamed on. Whether you’re in the mood to strut down the street with a sly grin or for just a damn good sing-along, "Sing-Along Songs" offers a little something for every kind of earthling, and maybe even a few from beyond. And with an upcoming album on the way in 2026? You can be sure this isn’t the last time they will have us singing and thinking along. Hit play, turn it up, and let Arn-Identified Flying Objects and Alien Friends beam you into a world where the pop is smart, the irony is sweet, and the feelings hit you when you least expect it. Don’t just stream - listen!
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