We’re stuck indoors, and there’s no shortage of articles covering how quarantine is
making people feel a way about love and intimacy, or building a general longing for a sense of connection.
Jessie Ware’s “Save a Kiss” is the electric bop that gets where we are now. “High anticipation, it’s an emotional trap,” the song starts over a synth-pop beat, and your heart begins to race. “Save a kiss for me tonight, wait for me no compromise,” the chorus rings. By right now, you’re twirling, texting the lyrics to your lover, or both. Either way, during the time of social distancing, we’re all hoping someone will “save a bit of your lovin’” for us, even if we can’t mention for how long. —
Virginia Lowman