The Culture Inc e~Mag Vol 2 Issue 2

French-born artist SXMSIDY returns with “By My Side,” a warm and nostalgic Afro-R&B track that evokes the sensual atmosphere of summer nights, where rhythm, desire and intimacy move effortlessly together.

Released August 21, “By My Side” finds SXMSIDY exploring a lighter side of his sound. Blending Afrobeat-inspired rhythms with alternative R&B textures, the track carries an effortless summer energy while keeping the introspective edge that has become central to his artistry.

Rather than chasing the energy of a typical summer anthem, “By My Side” feels more personal. It captures the intensity of being close to someone in a specific moment—the charged silence, the shared rhythm and the desire that unfolds naturally between two people after dark.

The song also reflects SXMSIDY’s ability to move between worlds sonically. His music has consistently drawn from alternative R&B, Neo Soul, Hip-Hop and Afro influences, creating a sound that feels both contemporary and deeply atmospheric. On “By My Side,” those influences come together naturally, with the rhythm carrying the track forward while the melodies leave room for the emotion to breathe.

For SXMSIDY, music has always been about creating a space where listeners can recognize something of themselves. “By My Side” continues that approach, but with a lighter touch—less about overthinking and more about simply enjoying the feeling of being connected to someone.

There is something deliberately nostalgic about the record. It evokes the kind of summer nights that stay with you long after the season ends: warm air, city lights, music playing in the background and someone beside you who makes the moment feel different.

With “By My Side,” SXMSIDY offers a soundtrack for exactly those moments.

“By My Side” is out now on all major streaming platforms.