Babcock’s new single “High With Amy” takes listeners into a personal part of his life – one filled with heartbreak, healing, and an unexpected connection. Made in his home studio, the song mixes real emotions with a pop sound that feels both fun and heavy. It captures those mixed-up feelings that come after a breakup.
The song is based on a real connection with someone named Amy. It’s about the kind of relationship that gives you both an escape and helps you see things more clearly – a quiet moment when everything else feels crazy.
What makes this song different is how honest it is. Babcock doesn’t hide from the messy parts of moving on. He talks about the confusion, the laughing when you really want to cry, and needing to feel something – anything – after losing someone. The music has a throwback feel, but the words stick with you long after the song ends.
“High With Amy” marks a new direction in his music. It shows a side of him that’s more open and willing to take risks. In this interview, Babcock talks about the story behind the song, how hard it was to balance fun with deeper meaning, and what he hopes people will get from listening to it.
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What’s the story behind “High With Amy”? Is Amy a real person or a fictional character?
“High With Amy” is a blend of reality and imagination. She’s real. — she represents that connection we’ve probably all had, the kind that feels like an escape, but also so much more. It’s about the chaos and calm that come when you’re trying to outrun heartbreak but end up colliding with someone who helps you forget, even if just for a little while.
How does “High With Amy” fit into your overall musical journey and artistic evolution?
This song feels like a turning point. It leans into pop but keeps that raw, emotional center that’s always been important to me. I’ve been moving away from overthinking my sound and just chasing what feels good. “High With Amy” is a good example of that — honest, fun, and a little messy in the best way.
What emotions or experiences were you trying to capture in “High With Amy”?
It’s that weird mix of freedom and numbness that comes after a breakup — when you’re laughing again, but it’s mostly to keep from crying. I wanted to capture the way we sometimes throw ourselves into something new just to feel something, anything. There’s longing, there’s defiance, there’s also a little bit of delusion — and that’s what makes it feel real.
How would you describe the sound and vibe of this single compared to your previous work?
It’s more upbeat and playful, but still has that emotional weight underneath. There’s a retro energy in the production — the roller skates, pool halls, blue skies — but it’s contrasted with these lyrics that are a little sad if you sit with them too long. It’s less polished emotionally, more impulsive.
What was the most challenging part of creating this track?
Honestly, dialing in the tone was the hardest part. I didn’t want it to sound like a sad song pretending to be fun, or a party track pretending to be deep. Finding that balance — where you could feel both the escape and the underlying ache — took some experimenting. Getting the chorus to land without it feeling too heavy or too light was a bit of a tightrope walk.
What do you hope listeners take away from “High With Amy” when they hear it?
I hope it reminds people that it’s okay to be a little lost, a little reckless. That healing isn’t always linear or graceful — sometimes it looks like late nights and questionable choices with the wrong person at the right time. And that’s part of it too.
Is there a specific moment or lyric in the song that you’re particularly proud of?
Yeah, the line “My mother thought Jesus was the one who would save me” always hits a little harder. It’s funny and sad and personal — one of those lines that says a lot in just a few words. – don’t worry mom, Jesus’ still the man.
Will “High With Amy” be part of a larger project like an EP or album?
At the moment, it’s a standalone single, but it’s part of a bigger stretch of releases I’m planning. I’m in a season where I want to drop songs regularly and let each one breathe on its own.
What’s the significance of the title for you personally?
“High With Amy” is a title that says a lot in four words. It’s not just about getting intoxicated or being with someone — it’s about chasing a feeling. Trying to get high on anything that feels better than the thing you just got out of. Amy’s the distraction, the medicine, the mirage — depending on how you look at it.
What’s next for you after the release of “High With Amy”?
More music. I’ve got a lineup of songs I’m excited to roll out over the next few months. Each one shows a different side of where I’m at — emotionally, creatively, all of it. No live shows for now — I’m really focused on building a digital audience and letting the songs speak for themselves.
What would you want someone to know before they listen to “High With Amy” for the first time?
Don’t take it too literally. It’s not a love song or a breakup song — it’s that blurry middle ground. Just press play, and let it hit you wherever you’re at. Whether you’re healing, rebounding, or just vibing, there’s something in there for you.
