: Its sound bridged gaps between goth, synth-pop, and mainstream electronic fans.
: Deadpan yet passionate delivery that adds a layer of "gloomy romanticism". Mareux - The Perfect Girl
Although first released on SoundCloud in 2015—coincidentally on Robert Smith’s birthday—the song didn't explode until 2021. It became a massive hit on , garnering over 2.3 billion views . The song found its niche in: : Its sound bridged gaps between goth, synth-pop,
: Frequently paired with footage of Patrick Bateman, the track became synonymous with "sigma" and "dark academia" aesthetics. It became a massive hit on , garnering over 2
Originally recorded by for their 1987 album Kiss Me, Kiss Me, Kiss Me , the original track was a playful, alternative rock piece. In 2015, Los Angeles-based artist Aryan Ashtiani , known as Mareux , reimagined it.
: It peaked at #35 on Billboard’s Hot Rock & Alternative Songs and #14 on the UK Independent Singles Breakers Chart. Cinematic Visuals
: Ethereal and haunting melodies that transformed the song into a coldwave staple. The Viral Renaissance