Established producer and songwriter IurisEkero highlights the very best of his emotionally loaded and intricate pop songwriting, with the bold and beautiful ballad It Wasn’t Because of You.
Inspired by a deep family connection to music, IurisEkero is an artist backed by a lifetime of commitment to music, and brings his songs to life with modern production tools – elevating evocative melodies and honest, emotional lyrics, across a repertoire that’s already reaching tens of thousands of listeners.
From that collection, It Wasn’t Because Of You is perhaps one of the most memorable and moving singles, with a long-form title and hook resounding with passion and presence – an expressive ear-worm, with a heartbroken realism and ballad-like explosion of emotion at its peak.
Reflecting on the struggle of a relationship that’s fallen apart, It Wasn’t Because Of You looks back with optimism and acceptance – a welcomed take on a connection gone wrong, accepting personal blame and shared realisation of two lovers simply growing apart.
Musically presenting as a timeless pop anthem, a four-chord pattern alongside strings and keys that help elevate the female vocals of the lead, It Wasn’t Because Of You feels mildly familiar, butt imparts a distinctly fresh topic and tone – underlining the ability of IurisEkero, in blending the relatable and the original, for something that naturally stands out.
Noting almost 40,000 monthly listeners on Spotify alone, IurisEkero is a passionate songwriter and producer, utilising AI tools to shine light on a multitude of different songs, in a variety of styles. EDM anthems uplift as evocative floor fillers, for the likes of The Sun, The Wine and You. Then there’s the more provocative, smooth yet dark-dance-pop single Come To Me, I’m a Man, and the choir-led warmth and euphoria of This Summer Night.
The iconic single Come To Me, I’m a Man in particular has amassed hundreds of thousands of streams, its late-night pulsating beat, the seductive vocals and subject matter clearly embracing audiences across the globe. The lyrics and the melody ring out with an alternative, stylish vibe, and the overall bounce and bravado of the track, the rising energy and anticipation, is unmatched.
“Come to Me, I’m a Man with a Plan.”
More recently though, It Wasn’t Because Of You draws focus to the intricate lyric writing of IurisEkero, and the emotional depth that inspires his music. This more stripped-back and mellow pop ballad presents as a timeless ode to the ever-relatable ache of separation, and it’s melody, emotion, and underlying pop groove, all let the song reach out and connect in a powerful way.
IurisEkero is a force to be reckoned with at present, intertwining nostalgia and contemporary design tools, for a growing repertoire that’s clearly leaving no stone unturned creatively. His name and songwriting collection precede him, and with the clear success of this year’s releases, 2026 looks set to be an immense year for the esteemed songwriter.
Stream It Wasn’t Because Of You on Apple, Tidal, YouTube & Amazon. Find IurisEkero on Instagram & his Website.
