XIC’s “symptom” is one of those songs that immediately puts you in your feelings without being dramatic about it. It’s super soft, super low-key, and honestly kind of addictive in that “I’ll just play this again real quick” way.
The beat is pretty minimal, almost like a quiet pulse in the background. Nothing flashy, just a steady rhythm that keeps things moving. The synths drift in all hazy and warm, like background glow rather than a big statement. The bass sits underneath everything and gives the track a little weight, but it never gets heavy. The whole thing feels very “late-night playlist,” where everything is calm but also kind of emotional.
XIC’s vocals fit the vibe perfectly. They sound gentle, almost like they’re letting you in on something private. The lyrics are a bit vague, but in a good way. It’s more about the feeling of something being off or shifting inside you rather than spelling out a whole story. It matches the title well too. It really does feel like the emotional version of a symptom you can’t totally explain.
What I like most about the track is that it doesn’t try to blow up into some big moment. It stays soft the whole time, and that makes it feel really honest. Some people might want more of a buildup, but I actually think the stillness is what makes it work.
Overall, “symptom” is a cozy, slightly sad, slightly dreamy track that’s perfect for zoning out, thinking too much, or just chilling with your headphones on. Nothing overdone. Nothing forced. Just a really nice vibe that sticks with you.