There’s something deeply refreshing about hearing a song that wears its heart unapologetically on its sleeve. “Be The One”, the latest single by Slovenian artist Ticket To The Universe, is exactly that: a bold, heartfelt confession wrapped in catchy pop melodies and soul-tinged beats. Released on April 8, 2025, the track feels like an emotional release as much as it is a sonic statement—honest, raw, and driven by a personal story that gives it real weight.
Hailing from Lenart, Slovenia, Ticket To The Universe isn’t trying to follow trends or mimic chart-toppers. Instead, he’s carving out his own space in the pop world with a homegrown approach and an unwavering belief in his music. “Be The One” is the clearest reflection of this journey so far—a track recorded entirely in his living room, built from the ground up using just a microphone, acoustic guitar, and Logic Pro DAW. It’s not polished in the conventional industry sense, but it shines with authenticity.
At its core, “Be The One” is a song about desire, longing, and the dream of being chosen by someone who might not even know you exist. Inspired by a mysterious muse—a woman described as “different and strange and a witch” (in the most admiring way possible)—the song channels that aching kind of love where reality blurs into idealism. It’s about wanting someone so intensely that they become both your motivation and your destination.
Musically, the track blends modern pop with hints of soul, carried by warm horns, smooth basslines, and a clean beat that gives it both groove and heart. But what really sets “Be The One” apart is its emotional core. The chorus is catchy, but it’s the vulnerability in the vocals and the sincerity in the lyrics that stick with you. There’s no pretense here—just someone telling their truth through music.
The production, while simple, is effective. Using only one mic for vocals and guitar, and crafting the rest with digital tools, Ticket To The Universe proves that creativity and emotional resonance matter more than studio gloss. There’s an intimacy to the track that wouldn’t be the same if it had been recorded in some big-name studio. It belongs in that living room, where birthday parties are held and dreams are quietly built one track at a time.
The story behind “Be The One” adds a whole other layer. This is not just a song—it’s part of a personal mission to turn a passion into a profession. There’s a hunger in Ticket To The Universe’s words, a desire not just to be seen by his muse, but by the world. “I’m either going to be big or I’m not going to be at all,” he says, quoting Shakespeare’s “To be or not to be” as a declaration of purpose. That raw determination seeps into every line of the track.
It’s also important to mention that this isn’t some industry-backed production. No team, no fancy features—just one artist driven by emotion, storytelling, and the sheer will to make music. He admits he doesn’t even see himself as a singer, but he sings anyway, because he has to. That honesty makes this song hit harder. It’s not manufactured pop—it’s pop born out of a deep need to be heard.
“Be The One” might not sound like a radio-ready, ultra-polished commercial pop hit. But that’s exactly why it matters. It’s real. It’s personal. And it’s a clear signal that Ticket To The Universe is an artist to watch—not because he’s been handed a platform, but because he’s building one, track by track, from the ground up.
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