Written by Samuel Kaplan
Today, we’re shining a light on a breakout hit from Australia’s own BOY SODA and his track “Lil’ Obsession.” With a slick, smooth sound, BOY SODA is carving out a unique space in modern R&B—blending soul and jazz elements into something entirely his own. “Lil’ Obsession” is a multi-layered, genre-bending piece that grabs your attention from the first note and holds it through to the outro.
Beyond the production, which is a standout in its own right, BOY SODA delivers lyrical depth and emotional clarity that elevate the track even further. The song wrestles with the emotional weight of accepting the end of a fractured relationship, grounding its polished sound in a raw, human experience. That duality—clean, inventive production paired with thoughtful storytelling—is what makes this track so resonant.
It’s tempting to draw comparisons—maybe Tyler, the Creator or Dominic Fike come to mind—but doing so almost undercuts the originality BOY SODA brings to the table. Fans of pollen-style playlists and modern alt-R&B will feel right at home here. If “Lil’ Obsession” is your entry point, we highly recommend diving deeper into BOY SODA’s discography. There’s a lot more where this came from.
You can stream "Lil' Obsession" here: