• Smooth blend of Trance elements with Eurodance energy
• Sped-up vocals that fit the new tempo
• Percussion keeping the rhythm moving forward

I’ll be honest right out of the gate: I’m not exactly a Taylor Swift superfan. It’s usually not my cup of tea, though I can appreciate some of her massive hits when they catch my ear. “Opalite” is a perfectly fine pop song on its own, complete with a catchy riff and that specific retro vibe she’s been leaning into lately. The remix pack just dropped with names like Chris Lake, but the version from Ely Oaks is the one that really caught my attention.

The German producer decided to add a melodic spin on the original, mixing a Trance-style buildup with a heavy Eurodance influence in the drop. I actually loved how the melody works with Taylor’s voice; even with the vocals slightly sped up to match the BPM, it feels natural rather than forced. The percussion stays tucked in the background but does a great job of subtly pushing the rhythm along, blending perfectly with that “ah, ah, ah” vocal riff.

I will say, I didn’t particularly enjoy the initial part of the breakdown. That heavy kick felt like it was clashing a bit too much with the delicate vocals, creating a bit of a messy frequency overlap for a second. Luckily, the chords quickly recovered and took over the space, giving the whole thing more balance. It’s a small gripe, but worth noting if you’re listening on high-end gear.

In the end, Ely’s take on “Opalite” is a very high-quality remix that manages to make a mainstream pop track feel right at home on a dancefloor. Ely Oaks took a gamble with the Eurodance spin, but it paid off by giving the original a lot more energy without losing the core appeal. It’s a solid addition to the pack and definitely the most interesting of the bunch.

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