"Curls" is the lead single from Bibio's (Stephen Wilkinson) ninth studio album, , released in 2019 via Warp Records. The track represents a shift toward a more acoustic, folk-inspired sound, moving away from the heavy synthesizers of his previous work. Production & Visuals
: The video features nature-inspired imagery superimposed over Wilkinson’s face, mirroring the Ribbons album artwork.
The song uses metaphors of nature and memory to describe a person's presence:
: The lyrics reflect a deep connection to the British countryside and the "joyous and profound" nature of everyday moments. Lyrics Summary
: Wilkinson directed the video himself with production assistance from Peter Marsden .
: Bibio played nearly all instrumental parts, incorporating mandolins and fiddles to create a 60s and 70s psychedelic folk atmosphere. Lyrical Meaning & Inspiration
: It was inspired by specific observations, such as the smell of rain on wool or fresh air caught in someone's hair.