Lav explores outdated ideals of sexuality in dreamy new 'hoe-anthem' “Wavvy”

Introspective with a vintage vibe, Lav’s new single “Wavvy” feels otherworldly. The latest offering by the 21-year-old artist, dreamlike and sensual sounds surround “Wavvy” while smoothly sung vocals lead with ease, hugging the production and letting the lyrics tell the story.

“If you listen to the lyrics, they’re basically asking ‘if I hadn’t had sex with you then, would you be my boyfriend now?’" Lav explains of the track. “That song’s a hoe-anthem I guess.” Delving into old-fashioned ideals that still effect women today Lav surmises the dilemma as she sings “If I would’ve waited, could I have been your lady?”

Dark, sultry and laidback, the video for “Wavvy” - directed by Marielle Boland - has a lo-fi feel that guides viewers through a cozy setting, juxtaposed with a gory twist. Think burlesque icon Dita Von Teese in your favourite vampire drama series. “I love the chillness, and the production goes into this real bedroom vibe,” adds Lav of the visuals. "I love the sexy feathers and the old Hollywood stuff. So for “Wavvy” I wanted to go in with a bang and sex it up. Who doesn’t want to eat boys? We used cherry red fake blood.

“I seem to write exclusively about love,” Lav concludes. “My mother’s very aloof and I saw her chase after men that didn’t know how to love. I had a very weird model of what it looked like. It’s such a big theme in my life, navigating it and trying to love myself, and learning how to love other people.”