ABOVE VELVET AIR: DON'T CLOSE YOUR EYES

ABOVE VELVET AIR - DON'T CLOSE YOUR EYES

New music from Zel Bautista’s above velvet air. ‘Don’t Close Your Eyes’

A raw and intimate song born from fatherhood and love.

Written in the stillness of new fatherhood, Don’t Close Your Eyes is a reminder to stay present in the fleeting beauty of now, to hold on even when life feels uncertain. The song was born from quiet nights of reflection, moments when time felt fragile and every breath carried the weight of love and fear.

Musically, it carries a raw intimacy that mirrors the heart behind it. Acoustic guitars weave with ambient textures, while my harmonica breathes a familiar warmth. What makes this track even more personal are the sounds of my daughter Izzy’s toy instruments: her xylophone, rattles, and shakers. Those playful tones became part of the song itself, capturing her presence in the music and making the recording a living memory of this season of my life.

Every detail is intentional, every layer crafted to reflect vulnerability and devotion. Don’t Close Your Eyes is more than a song. It is a memory, a prayer, and a promise — deeply personal yet meant to resonate with anyone who has ever feared losing time with someone they love.

Pre-save “Don’t Close Your Eyes” — out on all DSP September 1