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Steve Lacy Launches Oh Yeah? Era With New Single ‘Nice Shoes’

Through a trailer-single launch paired with Kool-Aid Man–inspired artwork, Lacy signals a more adventurous, candid era in his music.

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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.