keshi describes\u00a0Requiem<\/em> as a dramatic album. He explains that over the past few years of his career, he’s felt the pressure of the changes that come with fame. The album focuses on those struggles and his relationships, not only with his partner and friends but also with his art. keshi also notes the existentialism behind the album and his self-realizations about turning 30. He explained that his age, along with everything he’s been through, changed his perspective on life.<\/p>\n

The album’s namesake comes from keshi finding the word\u00a0Requiem<\/em> to be beautiful. He sees the title in the context of classical music. Beyond that, though, he felt connected to the word being the type of song one would play at a funeral. Having written multiple songs about that experience, the name seemed like a good fit.<\/p>\n

The rising star has had a long exploration of his identity leading up to this album. His early works were eerily similar, leaning more into the dark essence that Requiem<\/em> has now. After being pressured by fans and lightly ridiculed about sounding ’emo’, keshi decided to write under a more confident persona. Over time, he realized that writing what spoke to him was the most important aspect. He explains that he doesn’t promote any lifestyle or culture. He makes music he likes, and that genuine attitude is exactly why keshi’s popularity stands.<\/p>\n