Monifé has always told stories through her music, which is proven by her new release, “Comfortable.” British-born Vincentian/Nigerian singer-songwriter whose soulful vocals take you deep inside relationships, nostalgia, and the struggle to hang on vs. let go.
With silky-smooth, airy vocals and a production that glides like honey, “Comfortable” gets comfortably snug within the universe of acts such as SZA, H.E.R., and India.Arie. But Monifé’s style is all raw, intimate, and full of emotion. The track is a tender meditation on change and the discontent that usually comes with it, deftly capturing that delicate moment when you know you’re trapped in something familiar but not necessarily healthy.
“Comfortable” stands out for its sheer relatability. It’s that late-night chat with the self, that silent acknowledgment of a love that no longer serves you, and that subtle push to choose yourself. Monifé makes you feel the emotions. Her words are haunting, her melodies stick, contemplating the relationships you’ve outgrown.
The song’s smooth production matches warm R&B instrumentation with a moody, reflective undercurrent. It’s a song that causes you to sway without thought, soothed by its hypnotic groove, even as the words plunge deeper. The power of “Comfortable” comes from its sonics and message, a reminder that growth can be painful and that the challenging part of love can be learning to let go.
Monifé quickly establishes herself as a master of emotive narrative, layering depth and honest feeling as she moves through the R&B landscape. “Comfortable” is a moment of truth held delicately yet powerfully in the folds of a melody, urging listeners to face their own emotions and embrace the change they’ve fought against.
Connect with Monifé on Instagram – @itsmonife
