I am a musician, songwriter, and producer, and I’ve never cared much about track lengths or the “perfect” mix. For me, it has always been about the art itself. This year, I asked myself: Can true artistry fit into a two-minute track? Does cramming a message into such a short time harm the art, or can it work if you simply go with the flow? So, what makes a song standout in 2025? I grew up in a cultural environment where art had no boundaries. Classical pieces can last hours,