Lucy Dacus has much to thank boygenius for in relation to her fourth studio album, ‘Forever Is A Feeling’. The collaborative project with Phoebe Bridgers and Julien Baker—a trio who have been friends since the mid-2010s—has not only elevated Lucy’s profile to a new level of global recognition, but has also led her to find love with bandmate Julien, a sentiment reflected in her new album’s contemplations on love and relationships. It’s no surprise that the couple has confirmed their relationship ahead of the album's release, aiming to quell online speculation while also celebrating the nuances of their openly shared partnership.
Lucy sounds her happiest here, blending her increasingly recognizable style of minimalist melodies and gentle guitars with love-infused lyrics (notable examples include ‘Modigliani’s “you make me homesick for places I’ve never been before”, the title track’s “I remember thinking you were pretty when we met”, and Hozier’s contribution to ‘Bullseye’ with “I always loved the way you play guitar”). In these instances, Lucy fully embraces the joys of her romance (or at the very least, the happiness stemming from her feelings for another). The album's most immediate track, ‘Most Wanted Man’, highlights her enthusiasm for small, intimate moments during dinner, whether in a restaurant or at home. “I just want to make you happy,” she expresses before asking, “will you let me spend a lifetime trying?”, reflecting a clear acceptance of love alongside a reminder that good things often require effort.
Even in its most joyous moments, ‘Forever Is A Feeling’ does not shy away from Lucy’s insecurities, which are alluded to in ‘Come Out’s critique of a patriarchal society and ‘For Keeps’ reference to religion. Here, she delves into the challenges that queer relationships encounter and the nuanced relationship between friendship and romance, portraying love through a tentative and strikingly relatable perspective.
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