kylekelly Taps Into Pop-Punk Chaos & Real-Time Heartbreak on “is there something (i don’t know)”

Written by: Keyali Mikaela

Fresh off the release of his debut EP a melancholic romcom, rising pop-rock artist kylekelly wastes no time diving deeper into the emotional trenches with his new single, “is there something (i don’t know).” And let’s just say — if you’ve ever been the third point in a love triangle or spiraled over a situationship that wasn’t quite yours to begin with… this one’s gonna hit.

The track opens with a dreamy, lo-fi groove that feels like scrolling your camera roll at 2AM, then gradually unravels into a full-blown pop-punk catharsis straight out of the early 2000s. Think: the emotional whiplash of early Paramore meets bedroom-pop intimacy, with Kyle’s buttery vocals carrying you through every twist.

Lyrically, Kelly leans into discomfort with sharp honesty, questioning his own role in the messy dynamic: “Is there something I don’t know?” isn't just a line — it’s an anxious plea, a confrontation, and a confession all at once. It’s raw, it’s real, and it never tries to tidy things up for the sake of a clean narrative.

What makes the song especially compelling is how unfiltered yet intentional it feels. According to Kelly, the track came together in just 20 minutes — a true “word vomit” moment — and you can hear that urgency in every breath. The structure mirrors the chaos of its subject: shifting energy, unexpected turns, and that overwhelming sense of what even is happening right now.

Following in the footsteps of a melancholic romcom — a project filled with therapy-fueled revelations, ‘90s romcom references, and painfully relatable anthems — “is there something (i don’t know)” proves that Kyle isn’t just writing songs; he’s building a universe out of emotional confusion. And honestly? We’re here for the mess.

Listen to kylekelly’s new single below: