'Play The Game' - Prominent guitar sounds clever songwriting, form a blistering track

One of Sheffield's finest upcoming bands, CRUZ, has returned with yet another blistering track, "Play The Game," a track that is relatable to many, highlighting the harsh truth of relationships. Prominent guitar sounds help this track thrive to reach that premium sound it oozes; the vocals in this track are nothing short of impeccable, creating vibes from indie noughties tracks. The songwriting in this track further illuminates the idea of a toxic relationship, with lyrics describing the situation as "insane," truly cementing that real feeling. CRUZ has made a bolstering start to 2025 with a single that will leave its mark on the scene. We recently caught up with the band to ask a few questions on the recent single.
Q - What is the inspiration behind the track?
CRUZ - Inspiration comes from watching and listening to different experiences people you know are having and picking up on things about their relationships that stand out.
Q - What topics does this song convey?
CRUZ - The song goes over the struggles of a relationship after it has failed and the experiences that come with it.
Q - Where do you hope this song will take you as a band?
CRUZ—This song will take us to the next level as a band; it's the best stuff we've written, and we can't wait to release more!