Axel Farden - Say My Name (Single)
Jakarta-born singer-songwriter and producer Axel Farden continues his prolific 2025 run with the release of his latest release, ‘Say My Name’, the lead single taken from his upcoming sophomore album ‘Alive’, a smooth, heartfelt slice of pop-infused R&B that showcases his talent for melody, emotion, and modern production.
Inspired by a viral TikTok singing challenge (FACE FABD EGBD EGAC), ‘Say My Name’ began as a melodic experiment before blossoming into a fully realised track brimming with soul and vulnerability. Built around a hypnotic progression, the song seamlessly blends Axel’s romantic lyricism with sleek, contemporary R&B-pop sensibilities.
Axel’s vocal delivery - gliding between silky falsettos and grounded verses - evokes the emotional pull of Chris Brown, the polish of Charlie Puth, and the moody allure of The Weeknd, all while remaining unmistakably his own. The result is a track that feels modern yet timeless, intimate yet instantly catchy.
From start to finish, ‘Say My Name’ is a showcase of Axel’s multifaceted artistry. Known for writing, producing, arranging, and mixing his own material, he crafts music with a signature introspective touch. The crisp, minimal production allows the depth of his vocals and the sentiment behind each lyric to shine, drawing listeners into a story of longing and emotional connection.
The album ‘Alive’ is an evocative record that explores the depths of love and pain, portraying them as two sides of the same existence. Through a blend of immersive melodies and heartfelt lyricism, ‘Alive’ tells the story of coming back to life through the power of love, only to realise the pain is an inseparable part of it, akin to death itself.
Since beginning his music journey in 2009, Axel Farden, born Axel Farden Mulya Putra, has built a compelling catalogue that spans pop, indie, and R&B. With ‘Say My Name’, he adds another standout single to his growing discography, one that is sure to resonate with both long-time fans and new audiences alike.
As 2025 unfolds, ‘Say My Name’ and the new album ‘Alive’ reaffirms Axel Farden’s rising status as a boundary-pushing artist whose emotionally rich sound is poised to make a big impact on the pop and R&B landscape.