Sunflower Bean Releases “Who Put You Up To This?”
Written by: Devyn Browne
The latest single from New York trio Sunflower Bean, “Who Put You Up To This?”, is a must-listen track for everyone.
The song arrives as the lead single from their upcoming third album Headful of Sugar. It’s an entrancing ride from start to finish, pulling you in from the moment you hit play. The gorgeous vocal delivery from Julia Cumming paired with the psychedelic, groovy instrumental is the perfect package. Just when you think this track can’t get any better, they hit you with a great guitar solo just past the halfway mark. It’s the perfect track for a relaxing late night drive, or if you just need a good tune to vibe to. While “Who Put You Up To This?” is a slight tonal shift for the band, it’s still relatively true to their sound, and it can draw comparisons to the likes of Tame Impala, The Belle Game, and St. Vincent.
About the song, the band says ‘Are you satisfied? Who put you up to do things that you do? Was it your own choice? Questioning your life is the first step to taking the agency to change it. Sometimes you have to let go of who you have been so that you can become who you want to be.’ The lyrics are said to be about leaving someone behind you after a breakup, or about leaving an old version of yourself behind. No matter how you interpret the lyrics, this track can be relatable to anyone.
Overall, “Who Put You Up To This?” is a fantastic track that is sure to gain Sunflower Bean some new fans. Their third album Headful of Sugar is out May 6th.