Today, Josh Hicks and “Eyes On You” come at a time when truthfulness in music seems to be getting harder to find.

With this single, the Welsh singer-songwriter has made something truly moving, one that feels both close and wide.

It is been three years since Hicks last worked with his long-time partner ShatterJack, and this change in tone is very interesting.

Teaming up with rising producer Aston Rudi (known for his work with Mahalia and Olivia Dean) alongside co-writer AnderSol, Hicks has found a new sonic palette that suits his evolving artistry perfectly.

The warm basslines by Alex Hancox set the tone for the whole track right away, making it feel both solid and welcoming.

Hicks’ singing start off with a unique sound that has led to comparisons to Amy Winehouse and Adele, but there is also something very much his own going on here.

His voice has weight now, an air of age that shows how much he has grown as a person and as an artist.

The main idea of “Eyes On You” is respect and praise, which makes it very strong. Hicks has said that the song is an ode to the people who impact him the most, and you can hear this in every note.

There’s something almost Renaissance-like in this approach, reminiscent of how classical painters would create portraits not just to capture likeness, but to honour the subject’s essence.

The choices made in the production feel planned and well-thought-out. The levels that Rudi and Hicks used do not overwhelm the listener; instead, they give each part room to breathe.

The jazz influences that have always coloured Hicks’ work feel more integrated here, less like decoration and more like natural expression.

Lyrically, the song operates on multiple levels. Surface-level, it’s about seeing someone clearly and celebrating their growth. Deeper down, it explores themes of support, recognition, and the profound impact of being truly seen by another person.

This emotional complexity elevates the track beyond simple love song territory into something more nuanced.

The process of recording itself makes the story more interesting. When you end a session in London on St. Patrick’s Day with a pint of Guinness, it makes you think of a party and a recognition that you caught something special.

This sense of completion and satisfaction translates directly into the finished product.

Hicks’ background as an Open Mic UK winner and ACM graduate with a First in vocal performance becomes evident in his technical execution. Yet technique never overshadows emotion here.

His delivery feels conversational, like he’s sharing something important with a close friend rather than performing for an audience.

Early backing from DJ Spoony on BBC Radio 2 and Bethan Elfyn on BBC Radio Wales shows that the track is well-known in the business.

But “Eyes On You” also works because it feels real, not just because it is good for business. In a time when fake emotions and planned weakness are common, Hicks gives us something real.

This song makes Hicks look like an artist who is ready for bigger fame while still keeping the personal touch that makes his music so interesting.

It sounds like the artist in “Eyes On You” has found his voice and is not afraid to use it.