When OBYM and Jake Simon linked up in Yokosuka, Japan, after a long week in the Navy, they weren’t trying to make a hit—they were just chasing a feeling. What came out of that late-night jam session was I’m Around, a soulful, spontaneous single that feels like a voice note from a dream. Released in 2025, it’s a low-key anthem for anyone who’s ever found clarity in chaos or connection in a quiet room.
“It all happened in one night,” OBYM recalls. “We didn’t overthink it.” That ease pulses through every second of I’m Around, from Simon’s raw vocal take to the track’s stripped-down, moody production. Built entirely in OBYM’s space—with a roommate quietly vibing in the background—the song captures a kind of unfiltered chemistry that can’t be faked. Minimalist but not empty, it leans into emotion without drowning in it.
The sound itself sits somewhere between indie pop and bedroom pop, with soft edges and warm depth. OBYM cites influences like Dominic Fike and Steve Lacy, and you can hear the same kind of understated confidence and nighttime electricity. The chorus lands gently but leaves a mark, and the post-chorus guitar solo gives it a subtle lift. It’s the kind of track that feels best with headphones on, whether you’re riding a train through Tokyo or lying back under the stars.
That chorus—and the moment right after—is what OBYM calls the soul of the track. “I love how it hits,” he says. And so far, listeners seem to agree. Early streams suggest a growing fanbase, drawn to the song’s intimate energy and the effortless way it captures a very specific kind of night: spontaneous, a little blurry, and better than anything you could’ve planned.
For now, OBYM is building momentum online, giving fans a look at his process and teasing what’s next. While Jake Simon is keeping a lower profile, their synergy hints at more to come. “Vibe to it with friends,” OBYM says—but this one also works alone, in headphones, with nowhere to be. It fits naturally next to tracks by Still Woozy or Rex Orange County—something breezy, but grounded.
Looking ahead, OBYM’s not standing still. He’s working on remixes, a new electronic project, and more tracks with Simon—four, to be exact. “I’m working on becoming undeniable,” he says, not chasing hype, but building something that lasts. I’m Around is just the first note in a larger story, a promise of more music rooted in real moments.
“Thank you for listening,” OBYM says sincerely. “Stick with me—there’s a lot more coming.” I’m Around isn’t just a song—it’s a timestamp on something real, a reminder that sometimes, the best things come together when you’re not trying too hard.
