Vibes Week 35 Entry Review: "Time" Cover by @lyon-89 – A Soulful Interpretation of an Electronic Classic

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@lyon-89 climbs to the Vibes stage with something new—a vocal cover of 3rd Prototype & Lex Dave's "Time," a track that's renowned for its melodic buildup, emotional depth, and clean electronic production. Vocal covering an EDM track isn't simple, but not only does Lyon-89 take up the challenge, but he succeeds in making it his own with his soulful signature.

Have a taste of the beautiful entry;

From the very first note, Lyon-89 creates a mood that's more reflective than the original. Where the original rides production energy, he teases the emotion out with his voice. His voice is clear, smooth, and longing—reflecting on time, memory, and presence. Each line feels like a quiet moment of introspection, and the song ends up feeling personal, almost acoustic despite the digital backing.

There's something about his delivery—not overwhelming, but sincere. Instead of trying to recreate the beat drop energy of the original, he takes on its heart, moving toward the message rather than the rhythm. The phrasing and emotional restraint shows an acute understanding of the song's underlying theme: slowing down and being present.

Highlights:

• Rich, emotionally grounded vocals
• A thoughtful reinterpretation of a progressive house classic
• A standout submission that brings something fresh to the Vibes universe

Final Thoughts:
Lyon-89 continues to demonstrate that covers aren't tributes—they're opportunities for rebirth. His cover of "Time" is calming and yet searing, intimate and expansive. It's the kind of cover that doesn't merely recreate the original—it transforms it.

Score: 9/10 – Thoughtful, revitalizing, and full of artistic character. An entry that highly resonated with this week's Theme. I pray he makes the top6. He definitely has the best entry for this week's Theme. Great job!!