Obsesii

"Obsesii" (English: "Obsessions") is a song recorded by Romanian singer Alexandra Stan, released as a single by Universal Music Romania for digital download on 31 January 2020. A Romanian language track, it was written by Alex Pelin and Vlan Lucan, while the latter handled the production alongside Radu Bolfea. Lyrically, "Obsesii" discusses a love which has turned into obsession. Music critics particularly praised the song's lyrics, as well as Stan's vocal delivery. An accompanying music video was uploaded to her YouTube channel on 2 February 2020. Directed by Bogdan Daragiu, the black and white clip depicts Stan and several dancers wearing loose shirts to symbolize freedom. To further promote "Obsesii", the singer performed the track on Romanian talk shows and radio stations. Commercially, it reached number 12 on the local Airplay 100 chart.

"Obsesii"
Single by Alexandra Stan
Released	31 January 2020
Length	3:34
Label	Universal
Songwriter(s)	Alex Pelin Vlad Lucan
Producer(s)	Radu Bolfea Lucan
Alexandra Stan singles chronology
"I Think I Love It" (2019) "Obsesii" (2020) "Definii" (2020)
Music video
"Obsesii" on YouTube

Background, composition and reception

"Obsesii" was written by Alex Pelin and Vlad Lucan, while the latter solely handled the mixing and mastering process. Lucan produced the track alongside Radu Bolfea.[1] With a length of three minutes and 34 seconds, "Obsesii" was released as a single by Universal Music Romania for digital download in various countries on 31 January 2020.[2] Lyrically, the Romanian language song talks about a love turned into obsession. Using several metaphors throughout, the lyrics also describe Stan's carnal desires as "fake illusions".[3][4] The song was produced with the use of an "urban" sample.[3]

Upon release, "Obsesii" received positive reviews from music critics. Mihai Burlacu of Pro TV lauded the song's lyrics, describing them as "poetry" and praising the use of metaphors. He further wrote that the track's vibe "seems to lead you into a personal universe, which relies on images created by the imagination".[4] Similarly, Jonathan Currinn of CelebMix praised the writing, and noted an "intellectual vibe". He also lauded Stan's vocal delivery and deemed "Obsesii" as "unforgettable".[5] Commercially, the song entered the local Airplay 100 chart for the week ending 8 March 2020 at number 75,[6] and has since risen to number 12 on 14 June.[7]

Music video and promotion

Directed by Bogdan Daragiu, an accompanying music video for "Obsesii" was uploaded to Stan's YouTube channel on 2 February 2020 around 20:00 (EET).[8][3] Shot in black and white, the clip depicts Stan as an "angelic figure, surrounded by silent dancers trapped in [their] movements". They wear loose shirts to symbolize freedom.[3] Other scenes show a lake, rain, fluctuating lights and Stan lying on the back of a horse.[3][5] The music video was generally praised by reviewers. Burlacu of Pro TV wrote that its images build a "magnetic universe", and InfoMusic's Stănescu similarly noted "magical and mesmerizing visuals".[4] An editor of Aficia called the clip "sober, intimate and sensual".[9] Currinn of CelebMix slightly criticized the use of choreography throughout the video.[5] To further promote "Obsesii", Stan performed the track on Romanian talk shows Vorbește lumea and La Măruță in early February 2020.[10][11] Furthermore, she sang the song on Kiss FM later that month.[12]

Credits and personnel

Credits adapted from Tidal.[1]

• Radu Bolfea – producer
• Vlad Lucan – composer, lyricist, mixing, mastering, producer
• Alex Pelin – composer, lyricist
• Alexandra Stan – lead vocals

Track listing

• Digital download[2]

1. "Obsesii" – 3:34

• Digital downloads (Remixes EP)[13]

1. "Obsesii" (Acoustic Version) – 3:43
2. "Obsesii" (Nomad Digital Remix) – 3:40
3. "Obsesii" (Village Remix) – 4:14
4. "Obsesii" (Albwho Remix) – 4:29
5. "Obsesii" – 3:34

Charts

Chart (2020)	Peak position
Romania (Airplay 100)[7]	14
scope="row"	Romania (Romania Radio Airplay)[14]	12
scope="row"	Romania (Romania TV Airplay)[15]	11

Release history

Country	Date	Format(s)	Label	Ref.
Various	31 January 2020	Digital download	Universal	[2]

References

1. "Tidal – Alexandra Stan – Obsesii – Credits". Tidal. 31 January 2020. Retrieved 31 March 2020.
2. Citations regarding the digital release of "Obsesii" in various countries:
   • "Obsesii – Single by Alexandra Stan on iTunes". iTunes Store. Retrieved 10 February 2020.
   • "Obsesii – Single by Alexandra Stan on iTunes". iTunes Store. Retrieved 10 February 2020.
   • "Obsesii – Single by Alexandra Stan on iTunes" (in German). iTunes Store. Retrieved 10 February 2020.
   • "Obsesii – Single by Alexandra Stan on iTunes". iTunes Store. Retrieved 10 February 2020.
3. Stănescu, Alex (5 February 2020). "Videoclip oficial: Alexandra Stan - Obsesii". InfoMusic. Retrieved 10 February 2020.
4. Burlacu, Mihai (4 February 2020). "Alexandra Stan lanseaza videoclipul piesei "Obsesii"" [Alexandra Stan releases the music video for "Obsesii"] (in Romanian). Pro TV. Retrieved 10 February 2020.
5. Currinn, Jonathan (5 February 2020). "Alexandra Stan Drops New Single & Music Video "Obsesii"". CelebMix. Retrieved 10 February 2020.
6. Arvunescu, Victor (9 March 2020). "Top Airplay 100 - Încă nu ai intrat în ritmo?" [Top Airplay 100 – You still have not got into the rhythm?] (in Romanian). Un site de muzică. Retrieved 9 March 2020.
7. Arvunescu, Victor (15 June 2020). "Top Airplay 100 - La-la-la-la! Avem un nou No.1!" [Top Airplay 100 – La-la-la-la! We have a new No.1!] (in Romanian). Un site de muzică. Retrieved 18 June 2020.
8. "Alexandra Stan - Obsesii (Official Video)". YouTube. 2 February 2020. Retrieved 10 February 2020. Note: Open the description for credits.
9. "Alexandra Stan : le clip de "Obsesii"" [Alexandra Stan : "Obsesii" music video] (in French). Aficia. 3 February 2020. Retrieved 10 February 2020.
10. Ioncea, Iulian (5 February 2020). "Alexandra Stan încearcă să se regăsească la două luni după ce s-a filmat dansând goală" [Alexandra Stan tries to rediscover herself two months after she has filmed herself naked] (in Romanian). Pro TV. Retrieved 10 February 2020. Note: The performance starts at 11:35.
11. "Alexandra Stan își dezvăluie cele mai ascunse obsesii" [Alexandra Stan reveals us her hidden obsessions] (in Romanian). Pro TV. Retrieved 10 February 2020. Note: The performance starts at 7:10.
12. "Alexandra Stan - Obsesii (LIVE @ Kiss FM)". YouTube. 22 February 2020. Retrieved 23 February 2020.
13. "Obsesii – EP by Alexandra Stan on iTunes". iTunes Store. Retrieved 5 April 2020.
14. "Media Forest – Weekly Charts. Media Forest. 6 June 2020. Retrieved 18 June 2020. Note: Romanian and international positions are rendered together by the number of plays before resulting an overall chart.
15. "Media Forest – Weekly Charts. Media Forest. 6 June 2020. Retrieved 18 June 2020. Note: Select 'Songs – TV'. Romanian and international positions are rendered together by the number of plays before resulting an overall chart.