Eva Zara is perfectly aware of just how dangerous a groove can be on “Crush”. The beat, which has a Brazilian influence, starts off with a pull that makes it feel like a personal challenge to stay still, while the Afrobeats, funk, R&B and pop elements keep seeping into one another without turning the track into a mere exercise in genres. It produces a sexy analytical effect, and that is most likely the right sequence.
Sensual, Rhythmic, Playful
-PurpleMistress
The topic of the song is hesitation and the music shows none of it; its rhythm is confident, playful and physical, endowing “Crush” with a kind of energy that makes you want to move immediately. The fact that “Crush” has an emotional basis is also advantageous, since feeling emotions can be exciting but jumping into them can lead to complications. The outcome is a sensual song which is suited for being played over and over again, ideally in some place with good speakers and plenty of space to move.
