Vancouver’s Matías Roden Fuses 80s Synth-Pop with Modern Queer Pop Flair on New Single “Please”

Vancouver-based pop artist Matías Roden shares his most unapologetically queer and club-ready track yet with “Please” – a synth-pop earworm rooted in heartbreak, self-discovery, and the euphoria of London’s gay nightlife. Featuring a propulsive horn hook, frenetic dancefloor energy, and intimate lyrical detail, “Please” is a bold new chapter from an artist whose sound is as global as it is personal.

Inspired by a month spent immersed in London’s vibrant queer club scene, Roden wrote “Please” after soaking in the sounds of 80s British pop icons like Pet Shop Boys, Bronski Beat, and Human League. That sonic palette of Hi-NRG, Jazz House, and vintage synth-pop courses through every second of the track, which balances emotional vulnerability with dancefloor-ready momentum.

Lyrically, “Please” wrestles with the lingering ache of heartbreak, while teasing out the complexity of pleasure and pain. It’s a milestone moment for Roden as his first release with explicitly queer lyrics.

I wanted the song to feel elegant, but still raw – like a real memory. It’s about falling fast for someone who’s not good for you and knowing they might even enjoy watching you suffer. And at the same time, it’s joyful. It’s nostalgic. It’s me fully stepping into who I am as an artist, as a gay man, and as someone who finds healing in movement. – Matías Roden

With producer Louise Burns (Hotel Mira, Haley Blais) at the helm, Roden’s work blends meticulous songwriting with vibrant club energy. “Please” marks his first release with a producer credit, and previews his anticipated debut album, set to drop in late summer 2025.