Overview
- On August 14, Lacy revealed his fourth album, Oh Yeah?, and released “Nice Shoes” as a self-described trailer single.
- The self-produced track credits Nightfeelings (Nick Weiss) and Matthew Castellanos for writing and production contributions.
- “Nice Shoes” fuses a rolling breakbeat, sharp synthesizers and guitar-driven melodies in an experimental nod to trip-hop, electronica and classic rock.
- Lyrically, the single explores themes of desire, sexual fluidity and melancholy, showcasing Lacy’s renewed focus on intentional storytelling.
- The rollout’s bold visuals reference the Kool-Aid Man, a fresh haircut marks his new era and members of The Internet hint at fresh band material.