A year ago today, Lifesize Teddy released her knockout sophomore EP “POISN”. The 5 track project dropped just two months after her unveil, which was accompanied by an iridescent, self-titled debut. “POISN” featured notable appearances from singer-songwriters Magixx and Chocobantis, as well as a first-class producer lineup which included the Grammy-nominated Andre Vibez, SEVN, Sparrq and Papi Gunzo.
“POISN” sees Mavin’s resident alt baddie display the same fluid, chameleonic artistry that made listeners fall in love with her on “Lifesize Teddy”, seamlessly infusing her unique sound with elements of hip hop, RnB, Afropop and Alte music. The potent sonic elixir bubbles with the magical properties of manifestation, exploring themes ranging from the transformative power of belief to the sometimes addictive nature of love.
The rapper is lyrically dexterous as usual, weaving her words into silky poetry that belies a razor sharp intellect. The focus track “Unbeliever” borders on the prophetic, conveying a crystal clear vision for the future, while “All Eyes on Me” and “Blessed” are a disarming cocktail of vulnerability and relentless self-affirmation.
Lifesize Teddy is completely at home in the record’s shapeshifting soundscape, effortlessly transitioning from honeyed vocals to introspective rap verses like she’s switching clothes. It is this alchemical versatility that makes this project such an enchanting piece of work. Click here to relive the magic of the POISN era!
