London-based indie pop artist Malaika returns with stunning new single “villain”
Hailing from Dorset, promising London-based artist Malaika returns with her latest single, “villain”, a track that effortlessly blends indie and pop, showcasing both her growing talent and raw emotional depth.
Lyrically, “villain” explores the darker side of self-perception. Malaika delves into the unsettling feeling of being your own worst enemy, guided by the metaphorical ‘devil on your shoulder’.
Her vocal delivery is particularly compelling— there’s a delicate vulnerability in her voice that draws listeners in, yet beneath it lies a quiet power, as if she’s actively battling her inner demons. She manages to balance vulnerability, and resilience beautifully, turning her introspective lyrics into something universal and relatable.
“‘villain’ is a song about being your own worst enemy. At times I feel like I can listen to the devil on my shoulder and believe what it says. I can make myself feel like a horrible person for things that aren’t even my fault at all and get in my own head.” — Malaika.
Stream “villain” below:
