Los Angeles-based artist Lera Shemi immerses with her debut single “such a gooD boy,” a buzzing pop success that compels with its dark, grimy synth tones amidst punchy vocal dynamics. While its title-touting hook conveys a dreamy affection in its lulling vocal serenity and pulsating percussion, the track’s verses exude a heightened pop excitement that reminds fondly of Charli XCX in its vigor-full emotion and stylishness. That comparison is particularly evident past the one-minute turn, as the vocals tempt to “help you relax” as throbbing rhythms and clanging synths converge with replay-inducing appeal into a soaring brass addition.
A chaotic, darkly delectable energy shines from the get-go, as the confident vocals promise “I’m so worth it.” The lyrical progression into the title-bearing refrain is thoroughly consuming, tracing the path of a so-called “good boy” into the arms of someone whose sensuality and carpe-diem energy may prompt an awakening of sorts. The track showcases a fantastic knack for atmospheric productions and pop hooks from Lera Shemi, whose background also includes contributions as a producer and mixing engineer, in addition to being a Berklee College of Music graduate. Succeeding in its melodic edge, “such a gooD boy” has us thoroughly anticipating whatever’s next from the artist.
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