Happiness and Butterflies, in both its original form and the extended Oyster Version, is Adja’s inventive and playful twist on D’Angelo’s Devil’s Pie. With the same eerie-funky sense of surrendering to a volatile future, she reflects on the pressures of late-stage capitalism and her own desire to remain in denial, offering a sharp critique not only of herself but also the system she is trying to succeed in.
Rooted in the introspective 90s neo-soul that has long inspired her, the track is carried throughout by irresistible grooves and rich, textured instrumentation. The Oyster Version builds on this foundation, embracing Adja’s love for stripped-back jazz and expanding the song into a broader, more hopeful, though never naïve, perspective. This version positions Adja as an artist who effortlessly blends genres without compromising on intensity or nuance.
'Happiness and Butterflies [Oyster Version]' is out today on all streaming platforms.