Tomal – Irma Mek You Bad So [Music Review]

Tomal crafts an inspirational message with the summery chilled-out reggae of “Irma Mek You Bad So”. Done with the greatest of ease, the song possesses at its very core a strong reassurance, one that helps power the track along. A great deal of heart and soul radiates from the piece, mostly from the incredible vocals that grace the entirety of the song. Indeed, there is something so absolutely inviting about the tremendous optimism that emanates from the lyrics. Even with the devastation that Tomal describes, there remains something else, a greater future that awaits. By utilizing this future in full, Tomal points to a better tomorrow, one that helps get through the terribleness of the present day.

Grooves have a luxurious style to them. Done with a playful disposition, the way that the song highlights its unexpected twists and turns. Bass has a deep, life-affirming spirit to it. Melodies neatly flow through with a lightness to them. Vocals tie all of it together, for Tomal shows off his undeniable skill in neatly exploring an entire feeling of place. Possessing true love for his surroundings, the whole track glides by as it explores the loss that affected so many people. Attention to detail means that everything comes together into a vast tapestry of sound, one that feels truly inspired.

With “Irma Mek You Bad So” Tomal proves to be a more than capable storyteller, offering up a portrait of true perseverance.