Redshift (Enter Shikari song)

"Redshift" is a song by the British rock band Enter Shikari, released as a single from their sixth studio album, Nothing Is True & Everything Is Possible, in 2020. The song, typical of Enter Shikari's style, blends elements of post-hardcore, electronic music, and trance.

Thematically, "Redshift" addresses concerns about climate change and the potential environmental consequences facing humanity. The lyrics use the astronomical phenomenon of redshift as a metaphor for the accelerating pace of environmental degradation and the urgent need for action to reverse the trend. Redshift, in astronomy, refers to the lengthening of wavelengths of light as an object moves away from an observer. In the song, this expansion and distancing symbolize the growing separation between humanity and a healthy planet.

Musically, "Redshift" features a dynamic arrangement, shifting between melodic vocal passages, heavier distorted sections, and electronic breakdowns. Rou Reynolds' vocal delivery ranges from clean singing to screams, reflecting the emotional urgency of the lyrical content. The song is characterized by a prominent use of synthesizers and electronic beats alongside traditional rock instrumentation like guitars, bass, and drums. The tempo and energy levels fluctuate, mirroring the escalating crisis depicted in the lyrics.