From the very first beat, ‘OK OK’ settles into an irresistibly smooth groove that’s impossible not to move along to. Warm guitars, subtle jazz flourishes and laid-back production provide the perfect backdrop for Yasmina’s relaxed, soulful vocal, which glides through the song with effortless charm. The comparisons to Lily Allen and Olivia Dean feel well deserved, capturing both the conversational wit and understated confidence that make the track so engaging.

It’s the contrast between sound and story that makes ‘OK OK’ so memorable. While the music radiates sunshine with its buoyant rhythms and easy-going feel, the lyrics take a far more cynical look at relationships, reflecting on the absurdity of trying to please someone who continually pushes your boundaries. That tension gives the song its personality, delivering a knowing smile beneath its summery exterior. It’s another confident step forward for Sunkissed Child, whose distinctive blend of groove, honesty and London cool continues to set her apart.

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Moving beyond the soft tropes of R&B, the track plunges into a raw, borderless world of its own, fusing Alternative R&B with heavy electronica through distorted guitars and visceral drums set against luscious, floaty synth patterns. ‘I Said It’ delivers an honest narrative on the jagged realities of heartbreak and the sobering realisation that some souls are simply not meant to align. It explores a total dichotomy of emotion, pivoting from quiet vulnerability to a punchy, “gone rogue”, shout-it-from-the-top-of-your-lungs delivery. With this track, it feels as though the cuffs have finally been removed for Sunkissed Child, allowing her to unclothe her anger and unleash a captivating story and performance that demand an immediate reaction.

‘I Said It’ is an unapologetic, “love it or hate it” type of record; a commitment to experimentation that proves Sunkissed Child’s artistry thrives most when the boundaries are completely stripped away.

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