Gentle in delivery but rich in emotional depth, ‘somewhere by a lake’ is a quietly devastating gem, capturing the soft ache of escapism – the pull toward peace, distance, and stillness when life in the city gets too loud. Written in 2018 during a personal low and refined over five years, the song takes a retrospective return to that time. Produced with Nick Ferraro (Kali Uchis, Macy Gray), the arrangement is subtle yet stunning with ambient guitar textures ripple beneath soul-tinged keys, while Bobby’s delicate, raw and honest voice floats above with conversational warmth. There’s no urgency here, just quiet reflection and a yearning that feels both personal and universal.

This is the third single from Bobby Freemont’s upcoming debut album The Death of Bobby Freemont, and what makes ‘somewhere by a lake’ so moving is its restraint. It builds atmosphere, trust, and emotional resonance gradually. It’s a song for the in-between moments, when you’re unsure whether to act or just sit still. Bobby Freemont is quickly proving himself a vital new voice in indie music, and this track is a graceful reminder that sometimes, less really is more.

“I kept having these thoughts about moving far away from it all, I’d talk to my girlfriend about it, even though we were both too tied to the city to actually leave. The song always felt special, I just didn’t feel ready to release it until now. Having the right team and support system around me made all the difference.”

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