: Bell Towers , a fellow Berlin-based artist originally from Melbourne, provides the vocals, adding a pop-sensibility to the collective’s deep house roots. Lyrical Themes
: The video explores the literal interpretation of an "ear worm" ( Ohrwurm in German), a catchy song that gets stuck in one's head.
: It follows a reptile enthusiast who breeds actual worms and places one in his ear. He then becomes "infected" by the song, losing his mind and eventually transforming into a worm himself while passersby physically distort and amalgamate around him. : Bell Towers , a fellow Berlin-based artist
: The original mix is set in A Minor with a duration of 4:29.
"Pay To Play" is a collaborative track by the Berlin-based electronic collective —consisting of &ME , Rampa , and Adam Port —featuring Australian producer and DJ Bell Towers . Released on November 12, 2021 , the song is a standout track from their critically acclaimed second studio album, Send Return . Musical Style and Composition He then becomes "infected" by the song, losing
The lyrics depict a narrative of within a relationship or social setting. Key lines include:
The track is described as an ode to fused with Keinemusik's signature melodic house and "indie dance" trappings. Released on November 12, 2021 , the song
: It was shot in Berlin locations like Frankfurter Allee on 16mm film , giving it a gritty, cinematic look. Remixes and Re-releases