Tree Trunks blend infectious rhythm with introspection on their single “Tiempo,” a release that juxtaposes bright Latin-pop energy with deeply personal reflection. The London/Brighton bedroom pop duo infuse the song with a sped-up reggaeton beat while layering it with stream-of-consciousness writing drawn from lived experience.
Sam, one half of the duo, describes the song as a patchwork of thoughts on fatherhood, lockdown isolation, and the complexity of Jewish identity during the war in Gaza. That emotional layering gives “Tiempo” depth beyond its upbeat exterior. The rhythm moves quickly, yet the subject matter carries weight.
The contrast is deliberate. A tropical pulse carries reflections on new parenthood and generational memory. There is tenderness in the references to Sam’s son and grandmother, alongside candid acknowledgment of political tension. The honesty feels direct rather than performative. We sense a writer processing the world in real time.
Experimentation also shapes the sound. Drawing on Latin-pop influence and reggaeton rhythms, the duo expand their sonic range without abandoning intimacy. The beat feels kinetic, yet the writing remains meditative. That duality makes the single character energetic on the surface and contemplative beneath.
“Tiempo” continues Tree Trunks’ exploration of identity and cultural nuance. It stands as a reminder that joy and complexity can exist simultaneously. The song captures a moment in motion that is personal, political, and rhythmic all at once.
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