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Cheapskate
Pop · 2017

Cheapskate

Oliver Tree

Oliver Tree's "Cheapskate" is an early, energetic indie pop single blending quirky synth hooks, a driving rhythm section, and his signature nasal vocals. It offers an ironic, self-aware commentary on

July 21, 2017 · Warner

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Imagine a neon-lit arcade where the games are rigged, but you're having too much fun to care. "Cheapskate" is Oliver Tree at his early, unvarnished best: a propulsive indie pop anthem that's both deeply catchy and subtly subversive. It's the sound of someone navigating a world obsessed with money, choosing to find humor and defiance in the struggle. The synths sparkle, the bass thumps, and Tree's distinctive voice delivers lines that are both playful and pointed. This is the track for when you want to dance your frustrations away, or just appreciate a clever, energetic pop song with a brain.

Moments Worth Listening For
The immediate, infectious synth riff that kicks off the track, establishing its quirky, upbeat character.
Oliver Tree's distinct vocal delivery in the chorus, shifting from a more conversational tone to a slightly strained, anthemic declaration.
The unexpected, almost abrupt instrumental break after the second chorus, allowing the driving bass and synth to take center stage before the vocals return.
The final minute, where the track builds to a slightly chaotic, layered outro with repeated vocal phrases and escalating instrumentation.
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How does Cheapskate sound next to the rest of Oliver Tree's catalogue?

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