MIKE - "Bear Trap" Shows His Most Vulnerable Side Yet

MIKE continues to deepen the emotional layers of his artistry with his latest track, "Bear Trap," from his upcoming album, Showbiz! The record reflects a raw and deeply personal narrative, with themes of family and longing at its core. Following "You're The Only One Watching," a heartfelt ode to his late mother featuring her words, MIKE turns his focus inward on "Bear Trap." The track marks a poignant moment in MIKE's discography, as it features what fans believe to be the first-ever public inclusion of his father's voice. A voicemail left by his dad closes out the song, offering a touching and supportive message: "I love you to dust, and I love you as well." Leading up to this, MIKE delivers despondent yet reflective bars about his struggles with loneliness and longing, particularly his yearning for meaningful connections, symbolized by his mention of a “warm text.” The voicemail serves as an emotional anchor, filling the void MIKE expresses throughout the track. Musically, the track leans on the minimalist, lo-fi aesthetic MIKE is known for, with hazy beats and introspective tones creating a space where his vulnerability shines. "Bear Trap" is yet another example of MIKE’s ability to translate personal pain into universally resonant art, and it further sets the stage for Showbiz! to be one of his most compelling projects to date. Check out "Bear Trap" below and prepare for Showbiz! to drop soon.