Boutique Feelings returns with “0 Goes,” the second single from his debut album Shwaya, Shwaya, set to release on November 21 via Mothland. The track takes a different approach from the energetic punch of “Long Shore.” The track takes its time, combining hip-hop and trip-hop while touching on the struggle between ambition and self-sabotage.

“I think ‘0 Goes’ is self-reflection. The idea of self-sabotage and imposter syndrome that continuously gets in the way of believing in yourself,” said Karim Lakhdar, the man behind Boutique Feelings. It’s a minimal groove. Hi-hat patterns skip over a down-picked bassline while layered synths build atmosphere without overwhelming the space. Guest vocalist Laura Sauvage delivers choruses that stick, and Lakhdar adds some rapid-fire rhymes during the bridge that pop.

Shwaya, Shwaya was mostly recorded in Lakhdar’s home office using limited equipment. He relied on field recordings and in-the-box production to keep the sound intimate and focused. Lakhdar handled vocals, guitar, synthesizers, bass, drum machine, and sampler, crafting a record that feels personal yet expansive.

“0 Goes” has Boutique Feelings moving from energetic songs to a slower, more thoughtful pace. The track pairs honest, reflective lyrics with a steady, hypnotic groove. By the end, it leaves listeners with a clear sense of his style and shows that Lakhdar isn’t afraid to explore more personal, quieter moments in his music.

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