24-year-old Dominic Fike released “What Could Possibly Go Wrong” on July 31. The album is a riveting fusion of music that provides insight into the star’s life since his recent rise to fame. Photo fair use of Columbia Records
Naples native Dominic Fike’s first album in two years, “What Could Possibly Go Wrong,” was worth the wait. The new album is rich with indie-pop ballads that don’t disappoint.
Singer-songwriter Dominic Fike’s debut studio album titled “What Could Possibly Go Wrong,” is an album that transcends classification because of the ingenious combination of multi-genre songs.
The Floridian artist combines mellow rhythms with rock-style electric guitar and warm pianistic tones to create an original sound. Songs such as “Cancel Me” narrate his nostalgia for life before fame through seamless switches between singing and rapping that are paired with electronically produced music.
Notable tracks on “What Could Possibly Go Wrong” include “Vampire,” which entertains the idea that record label executives are leeching off their artists, and “Chicken Tenders,” which explores the artist’s potential love interest. The catchy, riff-driven guitar in “Vampire” and the stunning range of vocals in “Chicken Tenders” will have fans playing tracks on repeat for days.
Although this album’s release was intended for early July, Fike delayed the drop in support of national protests against police violence. Fike wrote in a June 8 Instagram post that he didn’t want to draw attention away from the protests, and that his family’s experience with the police made the protests hit closer to home.
The decision to delay the release demonstrated to Fike’s audience that he understood their struggles and frustrations. The artist’s candid lyrics show that he isn’t willing to hide behind his fame and wants to stay connected to his fanbase both personally and professionally, which made the powerful album completely worth the wait.
Overall, Fike’s debut album is a force to be reckoned with, as the mesh of genres and vocals showcase the artist’s variety of talent. The instrumental waves of music and electronic beats are smoothly combined with Fike’s vocal skills, which showcases his ability as both a singer and a rapper.
