Aidan Bissett explores toxic patterns and self-reflection in new single “ricochet,” out now via Capitol.
Aidan Bissett takes a hard look inward with his latest single “ricochet,” a candid exploration of repeating toxic patterns in relationships. Out now via Capitol Records, the track blends indie-rock warmth with alt-pop edge to capture the feeling of knowingly stepping into emotional danger — again.
“I kept allowing these things to happen where, while you’re giving yourself, you’re also letting certain people back in,” Bissett explains. “You’re not just on the ground getting kicked, you’re also kicking yourself.”
Produced by Andrew Wells and mixed by Tony Hoffer, “ricochet” gained its emotional punch after months of refinement, including re-recording instruments live to enhance its full-band energy. The result is a track built on dynamic percussion, lush guitars, and lyrics that cut through the noise.
Lines like “You ricochet back into my life / You’ve messed with my head a hundred times” reflect a painful honesty — and a self-awareness that’s quickly becoming a hallmark of Bissett’s writing.
The single follows “are we in love yet?,” which embraced synth-heavy production and themes of vulnerability. Both tracks hint at the emotional landscape of Bissett’s upcoming debut album, set to arrive later this year.
Already backed by 250 million+ global streams and over a billion TikTok video views, Bissett’s music continues to resonate. He’s been featured in Rolling Stone, Spotify Pop Rising, and TIDAL Magazine, and toured alongside Lauv and Valley.
With “ricochet,” Bissett offers something rare: pop that speaks from the inside out.
