ADULT LEISURE’S “BOY GROWS OLD” BLENDS JAZZ-TINTED ALT POP WITH NOSTALGIA

Adult Leisure have crafted a song that feels both relatable and universal with their latest single “Boy Grows Old.” Melodic and accessible, the track is built on a hook-laden arrangement and a driving pulse that makes it instantly engaging. Layered with shimmering guitars and a crisp production sheen, the song truly soars thanks to the punchy saxophone lines performed by John Waugh, best known for his work with The 1975 and Sam Fender. His contributions add a touch of warmth and sophistication, weaving jazz-tinted textures into the band’s alt-pop foundation.

At its core, “Boy Grows Old” is more than just a catchy single; it’s a reflection on time, growth, and the inevitability of change. Listeners emerge from it feeling a little wiser, much like the four-piece themselves. Based in Bristol, England, Adult Leisure approaches the subject of aging and maturing with a balance of honesty and musical uplift, pairing vulnerable lyrics with an arrangement that refuses to sink into melancholy.

The song resonates because it grapples with something nearly everyone faces: the reality of getting older and leaving behind the illusions of youth. It doesn’t treat the subject as a tragedy, but as a journey toward clarity. With “Boy Grows Old,” Adult Leisure tackles the internal struggle of reconciling dreams with reality, showing that growth is as much about acceptance as it is about moving forward.

This single demonstrates the band’s ability to take big, existential themes and translate them into a sound that’s sharp, catchy, and emotionally resonant. It’s proof that Adult Leisure is carving out a space in alt-pop where thoughtfulness and accessibility can coexist.