Sweden has long been known for producing music that balances emotional depth with striking melodies, and indie newcomers Favourite Squeeze are carrying that legacy forward with their debut single, “The Things We Do for Life.” The track introduces the band’s sound with maturity, honesty, and a willingness to confront life’s hardest truths.
“The Things We Do for Life” is about sacrifice, love, and the profound lengths people go to for those they hold dear. Inspired by artists like Peter Gabriel, Annie Lennox, and Pink Floyd, Favourite Squeeze draws on timeless influences while shaping a voice that feels distinctly their own. The song threads melancholy and resilience together, inviting listeners to reflect not just on personal struggles but also on the universal act of choosing love even in the face of difficulty.
The band members, who have opted to keep their visual identities in the background, focus instead on letting their music carry the message. Their name, Favourite Squeeze, captures this duality, representing both the intimacy of a cherished embrace and the harsh pressure life can sometimes exert. It’s a fitting metaphor for a debut that speaks directly to the fragility and strength of human experience.
The track’s accompanying video, created in collaboration with Apollon Film, further expands the song’s cinematic quality. Listeners who have already connected with the single describe it as stirring, even cathartic, particularly for those who’ve faced loss, difficult pregnancies, or other life-altering challenges. Favourite Squeeze aims for precisely that kind of resonance: music that doesn’t just entertain but compels reflection.
With “The Things We Do for Life”, Favourite Squeeze has delivered a debut that is at once personal and universal. It’s a song for quiet moments of thought, yet one that lingers long after the final note fades.