Colin 
Sofia Gobbi returns with ‘With Gold’, a tender alt-pop single that finds strength in imperfection. Out 14 November, it reimagines heartbreak through the Japanese art of Kintsugi, where broken pottery is repaired with gold. Sofia uses that image to show that healing does not erase the cracks, it turns them into something worth celebrating.
The track opens with soft guitar, every note placed with care. The simplicity gives space for her voice to move freely, drawing the listener in without effort. “You broke me into pieces, but I glued them back with gold,” she sings, her tone steady but full of feeling. The production stays minimal, keeping the focus on her delivery and the quiet conviction behind it.
Sofia recorded the song in a single take, leaving each breath and imperfection untouched. That choice gives it honesty and warmth, a closeness that fits the story she is telling. “It’s imperfect, but that’s the point,” she says. “The cracks are what make it beautiful.” The track holds that same belief from start to finish, letting calm acceptance replace pain as the final notes fade.
Strength built from stillness
Sofia’s reputation as one of the UK’s most distinctive new alt-pop voices continues to grow. Her earlier singles ‘idk’, ‘Game’, and viral hit ‘That Ass!’ earned support from BBC Radio 1, strong streaming numbers, and major playlist placements. She has also received recognition from the International Songwriting Competition and the UK Songwriting Contest, marking her out as a writer with both skill and individuality.
‘With Gold’ marks another step forward and offers a glimpse of her debut album Bigger Man, due in January 2026. Working with producers Tom Stafford and Andrea Mastroiacovo, she builds a sound that feels confident yet intimate. The production balances clarity and depth, leaving room for her storytelling to lead. The song sits alongside her earlier work but brings sharper focus and greater control.
Sofia’s writing has always favoured honesty over spectacle, and this track reinforces that strength. She relies on tone and pacing rather than heavy production. The restraint keeps every emotion genuine. When her voice lifts near the end, it feels natural, a quiet statement rather than a grand gesture. It shows an artist trusting her instincts completely.
Review
‘With Gold’ is intimate, direct, and beautifully measured. Sofia sings as if she’s letting the listener see a side usually kept private. The guitar line feels warm and human, every pause deliberate. The spaces between her words give the song its shape. There is no excess or overproduction, only confidence in simplicity. That’s what makes it so effective.
The song’s strength lies in how it feels lived in. Every note and lyric carries intention. The melody never forces emotion; it allows it to rise on its own. Sofia Gobbi shows a level of composure rare in new artists, proving that vulnerability and confidence can exist together. ‘With Gold’ turns quiet reflection into something lasting, the kind of song that stays with you long after it ends.
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