In a world of predictable pop formulas and tightly polished personas, Empty Pinata’s new single, “I Have A Huge Crush On Doja Cat,” crashes through the noise like a confetti cannon at a silent retreat. The track rides on a colourful wave of instrumentation that feels equal parts cartoon dreamscape and lo-fi indie film score. It’s unpredictable in all the right ways, giving off the energy of a jam session where nothing is off-limits and the only rule is. The sound design is delightfully chaotic, yet there’s a clear intent behind every odd flourish and warped tone.
Empty Pinata knows exactly what he’s doing, even if he wants you to think he doesn’t. This is self-deprecating humour at its most disarming. Empty Pinata leans into the awkward, overly honest territory of idol crushes, making the whole thing feel more like an indie rom-com than a typical love song. It’s that blend of vulnerability and absurdity that makes “I Have A Huge Crush On Doja Cat” a slice of personality, broadcast directly from the artist’s technicolour brain. What’s most refreshing is the complete disregard for genre conventions. Empty Pinata draws inspiration from the unexpected corners of comedy and cinema, using sound as a playground for storytelling.
It’s freeing, spontaneous, and a little bit unhinged. This track is a character study. It’s a fever dream about celebrity infatuation wrapped in playful noise-pop. And while the title might pull you in with its clickbait edge, the experience is deeper than you’d expect. It’s satire and sincerity, wrapped in a lo-fi burrito and served with a wink. For anyone feeling burnt out on overly curated sounds and safe choices, “I Have A Huge Crush On Doja Cat” is a breath of fresh, weird air. Empty Pinata is inviting you along for the ride.