Is dreamy pop an official genre? Well, if it isn’t, it totally should be! Leading our dreamy pop parade is none other than the indie pop queen from Canada, Mikalyn. Mikalyn has a style that’s as unique as her career. To begin, she was actually discovered by a Brazilian record label who wanted to turn her piano-driven songs on Soundcloud into EDM hits. If you haven’t got Mikalyn on your playlist or a dreamy pop playlist at that, you’re seriously missing out. Of course, we’ve got you, honey! Here are three songs to get lost in by Mikalyn that tick all our dreamy pop boxes.
‘Prisoner’
We have to kick things off with Mikalyn’s new track, ‘Prisoner.’ POV: you’re cruising in a convertible, the sky is painted pink by the setting sun, and the breeze blows through your hair. That’s exactly the vibe this dreamy pop masterpiece gives.
The song takes us through a story of deep emotions centered around feeling trapped within a relationship. Mikalyn’s vocals glide gracefully over a moody baseline and captivating synths. Honestly, the gentle vocals at the end are enough to tickle our ears.
Even though ‘Prisoner’ dives into a heavy topic of feeling trapped in a relationship with lyrics like “lying to the person in the mirror / the signs no, they couldn’t be clear,” the beat wraps us up in a cozy dreamy pop blanket. And that’s precisely why Mikalyn’s ‘Prisoner’ is getting the top spot on our dreamy pop playlist.
‘Better Habits’
Who said dreamy pop has to be slow? Mikalyn covers all ground with her music, and the song ‘Better Habits’ perfectly represents the diversity of dreamy pop. This lively song takes inspiration from sounds from The Weekend and lyrics like Billie Eilish. It’s also full of nostalgia, packed with synths that blend effortlessly. Pair all of this with Mikalyn’s authentic vocals, and you’ve got yourself a dreamy pop song that you can definitely dance to.
‘Phases’
In this dreamy pop world, a retro sound is part of the perfect recipe for great music. ‘Phases’ by Mikalyn does just that. Plus, the casual video shot on a VHS camera basically emphasizes those retro, nostalgic vibes. The fusion of hip-hop elements uplifts the tempo of this track. At the same time, the smooth beats and relaxed pace deliver that dreamy pop magic.
If you’re looking for some dreamy pop escapism, you definitely need to check out Mikalyn. What are some of your favorite dreamy pop tracks? Did we miss out on any of your favorite songs by Mikalyn? Let us know in the comments, or tweet us over at @thehoneypop! You can also connect with us on Facebook and Instagram.
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