“Better Be Lucky” by Omar Pierce is a riveting pop track with electronic style production that explores the complicated experience of being in a toxic relationship, and knowing it’s a toxic relationship, yet not being able to let go of the intense connection. Pierce is an innovative artist based in Los Angeles that works to craft compelling sonic landscapes underneath ear worm melodies and interesting narrative concepts. With “Better Be Lucky,” he vulnerably displays the ugly emotions that come with doing something you know is bad for you- an unfortunately relatable sentiment for many people who have experienced a toxic relationship.
Steady drums build the backbone of this track as staticky synth chords provide rhythm and rippling synth textures dance through the song. Pierce sings “I don’t know what to think, but I hate me loving you,” acknowledging that he has incredibly strong feelings for this person that he wishes he could get rid of. He talks about how all of his friends, and even himself, know that he needs to leave this person. But then, he remembers how good the physical connection is, and throws all of his common sense out the window.
The heavy beat and catchy vocal melodies make you want to get up and dance despite the tumultuous narrative. Layered vocals in the chorus provide ear candy that pulls you in even more. Some sections have a more stomp clap rhythm, providing satisfying contrast to the unrelenting, denser beat in other parts of the song. “Better Be Lucky” is an attitude-filled banger that belongs on your playlists.
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