Shaboozey – Fire and Gasoline (A COLORS SHOW)

Shaboozey's “Fire and Gasoline,” performed for A COLORS ENCORE and released May 7, 2025, is a raw, soulful country ballad that burns with heartache. Lifted from the deluxe edition of Where I've Been, Isn't Where I'm Going, the track captures a man fleeing heartbreak, his clothes reeking of smoke and bourbon. Shaboozey's rich vocals, paired with haunting guitar chords and subtle drums, weave a vivid tale of love's destructive allure—lyrics like “When fire meets gasoline, lights yell quick, but you can't control the heat” evoke passion's fleeting glow and inevitable ashes. The Virginia native's storytelling, rooted in Americana and hip-hop influences, feels like a weary traveler's confession.

The COLORS performance, available on YouTube, strips the song to its emotional core, with Shaboozey delivering a contemplative, almost whispered vocal against a minimalist backdrop. Fans on X have lauded the encore, with posts calling it “a gut-punch of a performance” that elevates the original's intensity. The track, also available on Spotify and Apple Music, runs just over three minutes, yet its imagery—Greyhound windows, Seattle mountains, and St. Helen's dormant threat—lingers like embers. This version, distinct from the April 25 album release, showcases Shaboozey's ability to make every note ache.

As part of his genre-blending rise, “Fire and Gasoline” cements Shaboozey's knack for fusing country's introspection with hip-hop's edge. Following hits like “Anabelle,” this COLORS rendition highlights his vivid lyricism and earnest delivery, reflecting on love's scars while yearning for redemption. For fans of introspective storytelling, it's a must-listen that captures both the thrill and ruin of a flame that burns too bright. Stream it on SoundCloud or watch the performance to feel the slow burn of a heart still smoldering.

Listen to Shaboozey – Fire and Gasoline (A COLORS SHOW) below:

Fire and Gasoline (A COLORS SHOW) by Shaboozey
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