His words come off poetically, and in its totality, Ology is a slow burn that grows more infectious as it plays. On those tracks and others, Gallant's delivery takes precedence over what he's saying. On assertive ballads like "Weight in Gold" or "Bone + Tissue," Gallant’s inflection is the clear focal point. On "Miyazaki," over a beat seemingly flown in from the early 2000s Soulquarians/Touch of Jazz period, Gallant reinterprets a line from Groove Theory's classic " Tell Me," his version giving off the same sweet vibe as the original. Ology recalls the great feelings of those genres, with subtle tinges of hip-hop and soul, leaving a nostalgic imprint. The lyrics of the Nineties R&B and gospel-influenced Bone + Tissue read like verses of encoded scripture, but Gallant is clear that his intentions are to try to subvert religion having any place in society. Gallant’s voice and the delicate way he contorts it, emulating ’80s and ’90s R&B without taking too much from those eras, is easily his best attribute. His lyrics seem weightless, wafting throughout Ology without landing anywhere. Gallant is a self-proclaimed introvert, so as a result, it's hard to get a sense of just who he’s supposed to be. Gallant’s words read like diary entries on paper and sound mysterious on the album, unveiling pieces of his life without giving too much away.
"I’m begging for more time, before I’m buried deeper in the trenches of insanity." Gallant’s lyrics are vast and ambiguous, taking tonal cues from Frank Ocean while coming to grips with his own struggles. "I’ve been whispering to ghosts lately," he sings over a stuttering melody. On "Talking to Myself," for example, Gallant unveils hurt in the smoothest way possible, masking it behind a sultry R&B groove. Gallant mines that despair for self-therapy his cathartic wails echo through the stillness, arriving in sharp bursts. There’s a sense of isolation in these songs, as if Gallant recorded them alone in the dark, with only his introspection pushing him toward something brighter. His pain is still prevalent, his torment a strong inspirational source that remains for the album’s duration. Gallant’s voice is more pronounced on Ology, a sign that the singer is becoming more confident in his art and the personal stories he shares. There was undeniable talent on Zebra, but the singer’s vocals were somewhat recessive, his piercing falsetto hidden behind dense electronic layers. New York’s pace is incredibly fast Gallant’s music is made for wide-open spaces, to enter the room and spread out comfortably. The results were haunting, and you could feel the pressure Gallant was under to make a way on his own. He will also be appearing as a special guest in music producer ZHU’s Neon City tour.In 2014, Gallant released an EP called Zebra, a moody affair on which the singer delved into his own anxieties and partially addressed his time in New York. Gallant has previously revealed two songs on Ology: “ Weight in Gold,” and “Skipping Stones”, which features R&B singer Jhené Aiko. It’s straight from my brain and hopefully that comes through on the songs on the album.” “There’s no bravado, you know, there’s no phony act of masculinity or any of that bullshit. “The hardest thing was to get over some of the lyrics and having the comfort to let people into that world because when I talk about stuff that really means a lot to me, it kind of feels a little too vulnerable,” he said. Gallant described his debut album as coming from a place of yearning and the constant pursuit of betterment and self-dissection. He said Ology came from a difficult time in his life, and found himself meeting obstacles along the process of its completion. Gallant himself was busy warmly greeting every single one of his guests and accepting hearty congratulations every where he turned. Gallant Mad at You Noah Cyrus & Gallant Gentleman Gallant Cave Me In Gallant x Tablo x Eric Nam Doesnt Matter Gallant Bourbon Gallant Sleep On It Gallant Skipping Stones (feat. For an hour, the LP was played as guests enjoyed drinks and good conversation. Gallant introduced himself to everyone in the room, which included writers, his team, his family, and his friends.
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