Liever Alleen (Dutch for Rather Alone) is a glossy, late-night anthem from Norwegian artist Xerxes that toasts the sweet rush of a one-night spark while making it crystal clear that freedom comes first. Over smooth beats, the narrator is captivated by someone’s smile and figure, yet he keeps one hand on the exit: he arrived alone, plans to leave the same way, and by sunrise he will have already “spun the world” and moved on. No hard feelings, he insists; by skipping hope, he also dodges heartbreak.
Beneath the catchy hook “Ik blijf liever alleen” (I prefer to stay alone) lies a modern manifesto of self-reliance. Even the prettiest fling cannot change the color of the sky or reshape who he is inside. For some, the track is a fearless shout-along for independence; for others, it’s a vulnerable confession of someone guarding their heart. Either way, Xerxes wraps the bittersweet choice between freedom and attachment in a tune you’ll want to replay long after the night lights fade.