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There are collaborations that look good on paper. And then there are those that sound even better. Paper Dreaming is one of those.
Luna Keller and Genesis Ritchot (two artists we know well, maybe too well) decided to team up and make us feel things. Again. But together.
These two have already earned their place in what we call the “IMC Family.” Which basically means: they’re not just passing through. They’re the kind of artists you can trust with your ears closed.
So when they join forces, you press play without checking your mood. It doesn’t matter. They’ll decide it for you.
The chorus says: “Oh would you hand me the pen, I have an idea for the end”. It’s a love story told like a script, shared line by line, as if they’re building a movie while living it.
Yes, it’s a bit romantic. A bit dreamy. A bit “paper moon / handwritten feelings / late-night candlelight playlist” kind of vibe.
But dang, they nailed it.
The harmonies are pure silk. Their voices meet like two people who never had to rehearse. Like they’ve been singing together forever, but just forgot to mention it.
You can hear trust in every note. That rare kind of chemistry that can’t be faked or forced. Just felt.
The production? Of course it’s brilliant. Dominic Romano is behind the scenes, and the man doesn’t miss. Never!
The whole thing feels like a deep breath somewhere between an Irish coast and your childhood living room: warm. Intimate. Melancholic but hopeful.
The kind of song you play once and immediately play again because you weren’t ready to let it end.
It’s not a good track. It’s a good idea that turned into a great masterpiece.
And if this is what Luna and Genesis can do on one song, we’re going to need a whole album.
Luna Keller’s take on “Paper Dreaming”
When Genesis asked me if I’d like to collaborate with him I was immediately on board, I’ve always been a fan of the lush layered folk sound he wraps his beautifully crafted songs in. I don’t have many love songs in my discography, and I mostly write from personal experience so getting to dive into the story of these characters felt like a new adventure for me. I think we created a really vibrant world through words – just like the paper dreamers in the song.
Genesis Ritchot’s take on “Paper Dreaming”
A few years ago, when I released my third album, Luna reached out to feature some of my songs on her podcast. We scheduled a Zoom call, and within minutes, I felt an effortless connection. I knew right away that I wanted to work with her. I had this song idea sitting around, but it wasn’t until Luna joined the project that everything clicked. Paper Dreaming was always meant to be a duet, and it’s our natural chemistry that makes the story feel so real.
IMC Listening Guide
Quick insights to help you connect with the song on your terms.
Best weather to enjoy this song
Sunny day
Best time to listen
Midday energy boost
Best place to listen
On the road, At home
Does this song haunt the silence?
Impossible to forget
Goosebumps scale
Maximum goosebumps
