Bridges layers ethereal, laid-back instrumentals with honey-sweet lyrics to create a modern romantic anthem for lazy summer afternoons. In an interview for, dressing for public life after the pandemic, and why he wants to challenge his fans.
During what has been a solitary stretch for so many people, you released a number of collaborations, including “Inside Friend,” featuring John Mayer; “All About You,” with Lucky Daye; and the EP, with Khruangbin. In May 2020, you released “Sweeter,” featuring Terrace Martin, which is written from the perspective of a Black man facing an untimely death.
This was my contribution to the movement. I had been sitting on those lyrics; I just didn’t know the right outfit to put them in. Throughout my career, I’ve been scrutinized for not being political enough. And I always just wanted the right time to do it, and the right way to say it. The crazy thing is, this song was already done, and what really compelled me to release it was George Floyd’s death. That really rocked me.
Man, that’s been a crazy thing about the pandemic—I haven’t really gotten to showcase the fashion. I’ve been ordering a lot of stuff. I’m trying to figure out what will look good onstage when I start touring again. I’ve recently been inspired by the ’70s. I always love something funkadelic, and I’ve transitioned into wearing more flared jeans. But I’ve also been doing a lot of monochrome, specifically all black.You have a new album coming out soon.