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Cashmere
Pop · 2018

Cashmere

Rita Ora

A sultry, mid-tempo slice of R&B-inflected pop that trades club-ready anthems for the hushed intimacy of a private, candlelit late-night encounter.

November 19, 2018 · Atlantic Records UK

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Cashmere is a departure from the neon-soaked, high-octane dance floor fillers that defined Rita Ora’s early career. Instead of chasing a peak-hour BPM, this track settles into a luxurious, mid-tempo groove that feels designed for the hours after the club has closed. It is a song about the tactile nature of memory and romance, using soft-focus production to create a sonic environment that feels as expensive and comforting as its namesake fabric. The track relies on a pulsing, understated bassline and crisp finger snaps, allowing Ora’s vocal performance to take center stage. She moves away from her usual belting style, opting for a breathy, intimate delivery that suggests a shared secret.

Moments Worth Listening For
The transition from the sparse verse to the blossoming, multi-tracked vocal harmonies in the chorus.
The way the bass drops out entirely for a split second before the final hook, creating a sense of weightlessness.
The subtle, shimmering synth pad that enters during the bridge, elevating the track's sense of luxury.
Where This Album DepartsEach spoke is a trait. The orange shape shows where this album pulls away from — or holds to — the rest of the artist’s catalogue. Tap for more.

How does Cashmere sound next to the rest of Rita Ora's catalogue?

Low Energy-2.5σ

It runs markedly cooler and more held-back than this artist's baseline.

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