Irish artist and songwriter Janet Devlin has her catchy and lovely single, Candy, which is a follow-up to the deluxe version of her album Not My First Emotional Rodeo. The song is entertaining, light hearted and easy to listen to, yet there is a hidden message behind the sweet songs.
Candy is unique due to the playful chorus. It is the type of hook that sticks in your head when you first hear it. The song has a huge production and the backing harmonies are strong and this makes the song sound thick and thrilling. It is a musical combination of country-rock and modern pop with an energy-imbuing touch. Meanwhile, the manner in which Janet has to say the words is very bold and somewhat rebellious.
The song tells an interesting and somewhat provocative story. Janet sings about a relationship with a sugar baby – which is something that people will judge or even whisper about. Rather than introducing sadness or drama to it, she offers the younger partner assurance and power. The song is sassy and confident and demonstrates the complexity of relationships and that they are not what they seem. It hints that love and money may be mixed in a messy, real and human manner.
The official visualiser is an additional addition to the song. It depicts Janet at home carrying out her usual routine chores, making something in the kitchen, looking at the mirror, and lying down in the living room. The plain background of the setting makes the song more intimate and relatable.
In general, Candy is sweet and powerful. It confirms that Janet Devlin is aware of how to make music catchy, honest and bold simultaneously.
