Joey Myron’s ‘Chills’ Gets a Dark, Country Makeover That Smolders (Review)

The new take on “Chills” by Joey Myron is a smoky, spine-tingling transformation, cloaking the original pop tune in a dark, Western charm. This Nashville-inspired version sheds the sleek, pop polish, embracing raw country textures that add grit and depth to the song’s sultry essence. The guitar riffs are grittier, the beat steadier, and the instrumentation more expansive, creating a visceral soundscape that crackles with energy. Myron’s smooth, whispery vocals exude an effortless seduction, leaning into the new arrangement’s haunting, almost cinematic quality.

The lyrics flow with a slow-burning passion: “I’m outta my mind / You’re like strawberry wine,” he croons, each line dripping like honey as he draws listeners into the song’s dark, moody allure. The verses simmer with layered harmonies, while the chorus hits like a slow heartbeat, pulsing with a rhythm that feels both intimate and magnetic.

In this version, Myron’s voice glides over a ghostly melody, amplified by the deep thump of percussion and a chilling harmony that adds a sense of mystery. “Something feels different, sweet but you’re vicious, come stay the night,” he murmurs, his voice low and hypnotic. The tension builds, creating a mesmerizing push-and-pull that’s both thrilling and unnerving, as if the song itself is daring the listener to get closer.

The smoky twist on “Chills” was inspired by Myron’s drive through Tennessee’s Smoky Mountains, an experience he describes as “eerily beautiful and hauntingly serene.” He explains, “I realized the landscape demanded something different from the song, a ruggedness to reflect the scenery.”

This reimagining isn’t just a remix; it’s a statement on Myron’s evolution as an artist, blending his appreciation for country with a nod to his pop roots. Originally released in 2018 and amassing over 24 million streams, “Chills” now enters a new chapter with this Western-infused makeover, joining Myron’s Chills EP and a Dark Version of the track, adding to the rich layers of his discography.