Hidden Easter Eggs in Laufey’s A Matter of Time

As an artist who pours her life straight into her music, it’s no surprise that Laufey’s latest album, A Matter of Time, has already become one of our top releases of 2025. Known for bridging classical, jazz, and modern pop in a way that feels fresh and accessible, Laufey has opened the door to a genre once thought out of reach for the new generation. With influences ranging from Chet Baker to Carole King, she fuses timeless sounds with modern storytelling. Lyrically, the project tackles everything from love and longing to the pressures society places on women (yes, ‘Snow White’ pierced us right in the chest).

A Matter of Time is arguably her boldest project yet, but it’s also infused with a lot of playfulness. Some tracks left us sinking into despair, while others had us giggling through the lyrics, and that balance is exactly what makes Laufey so special. The album feels like the full spectrum of living and loving, tied together with sweeping orchestral arrangements, touches of bossa nova and jazz, and, of course, Laufey’s honeyed alto at the center. It’s quintessentially “Laufey-core” … a sound that turns bygone eras into something timeless, and a world (existing as Laufeyland) that feels entirely her own.

A Look Into the Album

With 14 songs, plus a hidden track (more on that later), A Matter of Time is nearly impossible to sum up in just a few words. Not only is it threaded with clever Easter eggs we’ll dive into, but it also introduces so many unexpected sides of Laufey. In the span of one album, we get rapper Laufey, Laufey at her most vulnerable, a full-on crash out, and, of course, the kind of stunning lyrics that read like poetry.

The albums opener ‘Clockwork’ leans heavily into her jazz roots, echoing the music Laufey grew up with and has long been influenced by, but infused with her modern lyricism and storytelling. The ticking clock opening the track sets a magical, cinematic tone, and honestly, it might be one of the most perfect album openers we’ve heard in years.

From there, the album dances between upbeat, pop-leaning tracks like ‘Lover Girl,’ ‘Tough Luck,’ and ‘A Cautionary Tale,’ and heart-wrenching ballads like ‘Snow White.‘ In fact, let’s take a moment to appreciate the vulnerability housed within ‘Snow White.’ This song feels like the older, wiser sister to her track ‘Letter to My 13 Year Old Self’ that sits on her previous album, Bewitched. Laufey sprinkles in whimsy too, from the delicate opening of ‘Forget-Me-Not’ to evocative titles like ‘Castle in Hollywood’ and ‘Carousel.’

And just when you think she’s explored every possible theme, along comes the country-tinged ‘Clean Air,’ before the album closes with ‘Sabotage.‘ And what an ending it is, so startling, it had us pausing for a second to make sure we hadn’t slipped into a horror film. We say this in the best possible way.

Laufey knows exactly what she’s doing. In an era where albums are becoming shorter and safer, she delivers a 14-track journey that feels bold, unpredictable, and completely captivating until the very last note.

Hidden Easter Eggs in A Matter of Time

One of the joys of listening to Laufey’s albums is catching the little details she tucks away for fans. Musical nods, lyrical callbacks, or special surprises that make every listen feel like uncovering a secret. A Matter of Time is no exception, and we’ve pulled out some of our favorite hidden gems.

‘Mr. Eclectic’

If something sounded extra dreamy on this track, you’re not imagining it. The song features backing vocals from none other than Clairo, adding an ethereal layer that perfectly complements Laufey’s honeyed tone. It’s a subtle collaboration but one that feels like discovering a hidden gift inside the album.

‘Too Little, Too Late’ and ‘Bewitched’

Like us, you were probably listening to ‘Too Little, To Late’ and feeling a wave of familiarisation. That’s because the melody of ‘Bewitched’ from her previous album is woven in. This is especially noticeable at the end of the song. It’s a wink to the past while looking forward, reinforcing Laufey’s artistry as a storyteller who never leaves a thread behind.

The Hidden 6-Inch Record

Across all vinyl variants of A Matter of Time, Laufey has slipped in a hidden 6-inch record featuring a jazz standard ‘Seems Like Old Times.’ While her previous albums incorporated standards directly into the tracklists (‘Misty,’) this feels more like a treasure hunt, something for Lauvers around the world to unbox and enjoy. And very fitting with the Alice in Wonderland esque visuals that accompany the era. It’s a thoughtful nod to her jazz roots, while giving fans an extra little mission to share. The extra strack is also available to stream on Spotify and Youtube.

‘Cuckoo Ballet – Interlude‘

Laufey’s interludes have always been more than filler, they act like golden threads, weaving her albums together. In ‘Cuckoo Ballet – Interlude’ this comes through beautifully, binding the project’s themes into a cohesive whole. It’s another reminder that for Laufey, no album exists in isolation. Every era connects, every song is part of a larger story.

‘Forget-Me-Not’

One of the most moving Easter eggs comes in ‘Forget-Me-Not.’ With lyrics about leaving her homeland to chase reverie, Laufey slips into Icelandic, the language of her childhood. Born and raised in Iceland, she honors her roots not just in lyrics but in visuals across the album too too, as seen in the ‘Snow White’ music video filmed in her home country.

Laufey’s A Matter of Time is flawless for the intimacy she creates with her listeners, all within a sound that flawlessly blends jazz, pop and orchestral magic. The Easter eggs, the callbacks, the little surprises hidden in plain sight. It makes us feel like we’re living in Laufeyland and we wouldn’t have it any other way. What’s your favorite song on Laufeys new album A Matter of Time? Let us know in the comments or on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram.

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