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Kid Violet – Be Happy (2020)

Kid Violet used their energy to take us through a strange interplay of emotions in ‘Lights Out’. They are now turning their energy to something more positive with their new aptly titled track ‘Be Happy’. The single combines their abundant energy with some good vibes courtesy of Britpop stylings. This all comes together for a catchy track that will leave you feeling happy.

While a positive infusion of emotion, the single continues the band’s edgy yet melodic sound. Their dynamic soundscapes continue with the single and will have you moving to their groovy rhythm. If you are looking for a track that can get you feeling happier about life, this just might be the one that you need.



‘Be Happy’ hits you with an edgy yet vibrant opening full of paced tones and groovy notes. While the paced beats continue in the base of the melody, the guitar line has an airy vibe to it. There is a great Britpop feeling to the melody with a hint of 90s rock thrown in. The music has a catchy feeling to it as it flies across your senses. There is an easy vibe to the music that has you soaring into the soundscape while the guitars propel you into the lyrics.

The vocals have a slightly hazy edge to them like they are mist wafting through the soundscape. The vocals burst from the easy flow on the verses for a punch in the chorus. They start to soar with the melody as you are drawn into an energetic kaleidoscope of indie-rock goodness. As the vocals send you soaring, they fill you with a positive energy that slowly infiltrates your senses.

Kid Violet has you soaring on waves of positive vibes in the hazy Britpop styled soundscape of ‘Be Happy’. The melody and vocals have you floating to their rhythm while slowly filling your chest with good vibes. By the end of the song, you will feel any stress slide off your shoulders and you are going to be happy.

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