by abby crabill
Colby Brock is best known for his ghost hunting and abandoned exploration videos on the YouTube channel, Sam and Colby, that he shares with his friend, Sam Golbach. Colby has some previous experience in creating music with his friends, though these were mostly fun joke songs. These include, "Country Road" that he performed alongside his friend and fellow creator, Aryia, as well as "Wah Wah Wah" that he performed with his friends Sam Golbach, Jake Webber, and Corey Sherer. Music isn't a totally new option for Colby, as both his father and older brother have experience creating music as well. While continuing to create for their shared channel, Colby has made the decision to dive in and further explore the music world with his new single, "Skin."
The new single immediately brings on the nostalgia of early 2000s pop punk artists. Colby's heavy vocals also add to the overall angsty vibes that encompass the song. The pop punk sound partnered with lyrics such as "She said you don't know me // Sharp words that I just can't believe // Fake friends or wannabes? // We smile and lie behind our teeth" introduce his fans to a more intimate side of Colby. The song appears to describe the fake lifestyle that goes along with being an influencer in California, and Colby's attempt to finally be himself, despite the fakeness that surrounds him. Through lyrics like "And you'll never know what's real // You're on the outside looking in // To only what I reveal // You're not gonna get under my skin," the song discusses the "fake" life that is often portrayed and partnered with life in California. Collectively, the song is both intimate and a nostalgic trip through the world of pop punk and mosh pits.
Hopefully, as he grows and gains more confidence in his musical abilities, we can expect more music, along with videos, from Colby Brock down the road. The music video for "Skin" is set to release on his personal YouTube channel on Friday, December 3rd.