“So Will I” by Ben Platt
The addressee of “So Will I” will be someone who is very close to the heart of the singer. More to point, said individual is going through a very-depressing time in life. This song was written within the specific context of the 2020 pestilence, which can be classified as a situation which has caused considerable anxiety amongst masses of people. And basically, what Ben Platt is telling this individual is that no matter what he or she faces, he will be there by their side. Or more specifically, this person is apparently going through certain changes which, due to their unpredictability, has him or her concerned. But the singer is letting this individual know that wherever the road leads, he or she has him as a steady, supportive companion. Or as poetically stated in the song, wherever this person may find him or herself, “so will” the singer be there.
So conclusively, this song is centered on the singer’s undying commitment to the addressee. He is reminding this person that even in the midst of uncertainty, there still remains certain constants, like the sun rising in the morning. And one of those constants is that the singer will always be by his or her side.
Did Ben Platt write “So Will I”?
This song was written by Ben Platt alongside Michael Pollack and the track’s producer, Finneas. FYI, the latter is the brother of renowned American singer Billie Eilish.
Track’s Release Date
“So Will I” was released on the 8th of May 2020. Some reports say it is featured on the deluxe edition of “Sing to Me Instead”, Ben Platt’s debut album which came out the year prior. While others are indicating that it may instead be a feature on his forthcoming sophomore album.
Ben Platt talks about “So Will I”
Ben has pointed out that it was written during quarantine, initially between he and Michael Pollack over FaceTime. He then asked Finneas to join the project and went on to celebrate the producer’s contributions and overall talent.
