Benny Fisher – “Sweet FA”

Benny Fisher’s new single “Sweet FA” is for anyone who’s ever worked hard, stayed late, done all the right things, and still felt like it added up to nothing. The title literally means “nothing at all”, and that frustration is baked into the whole song. Not in a heavy way, but more like someone letting off steam with a bit of dry humor.

The song has a laid-back, slightly spacey vibe, but it’s not trying to be clever or polished, and it’s straightforward and honest. Benny recorded the whole thing himself at home using a Tascam eight-track, a Yamaha keyboard, and a Martin acoustic. There’s no fancy studio setup or pop formula, and that stripped-back approach gives it character, and the slowed-down disco preset he used as a drumbeat adds this steady, hypnotic background that works well with the message. It feels like everything’s moving but not going anywhere fast, and the lyrics land because they don’t try to sugarcoat anything. It’s about feeling stuck, but still showing up.

If you’re into music that comes from someone actually thinking things through and figuring it out as they go, this one’s worth a listen. Keep up with Benny Fisher on socials to see what else he puts out in 2025.