Omar returns with God Said No, an album designed to be experienced from start to finish. Described by the artist himself as “a survey of emotional wreckage” following the end of a tumultuous love affair, the record juxtaposes heartbreak with pulsing synths. Tracks like Less of You and the dreamy Drifting capture the struggle of accepting the end of a relationship before being fully ready to let go.

The lead single, Spite, delves into the frustrations of long-distance love, balancing the longing to be with someone against the resentment that distance can create: “Every time I see you in my phone / Hate that I still need you in my life.” Anyone who’s been in a similar situation will find it painfully relatable. The album’s quieter moments, like While U Can, strip back the production, allowing Omar’s voice and emotions to take center stage.

God Said No strikes a compelling balance between gut-wrenching lyrics and a melodic, synth-driven sound. The shimmering 80s-inspired production and pop-infused guitar hooks soften the emotional weight of the record, making the heartbreak feel almost bearable. Omar transforms personal grief into something sonically vibrant—an album that lingers long after the final note fades.