Ocean Tisdall returns with his most vulnerable single yet, 'Sugar in His Tea'

Irish alt-pop artist Ocean Tisdall unveils a stunning new chapter with 'Sugar in His Tea', a raw and intimate ballad marking his long-awaited return. Known for his evocative songwriting and rich vocal style, Ocean steps away from glossy production to embrace a stripped-back acoustic sound that cuts straight to the heart.

Written in the aftermath of a breakup, the song emerged from real journal entries and conversations with his mother, eventually transforming quiet grief into poignant lyrics and soaring melodies. “If we do break up,” he recalls saying, “the next person won’t know that he doesn’t take sugar in his tea.” It’s these kinds of small, emotionally weighted details that give 'Sugar in His Tea' its emotional gravity.

Pairing soulful vocals with minimal instrumentation, the track signals a new era of storytelling for Ocean, one rooted in emotional truth, heartbreak, and healing.