Los Angeles-based indie pop artist Oston has officially announced her highly anticipated debut album, Isn’t That Sweet?, further building momentum with the release of her latest advance single, “I think the drugs are working now.” The track, which arrived this Wednesday, serves as a poignant exploration of the complexities inherent in post-breakup dynamics.
Following in the footsteps of previous releases like “Placebo effect” and “Couldn’t it be me?”, the new single delves into the divergent paths taken by two people after a relationship ends. While the narrator finds herself numbing the pain through chemical escapism, she observes her former partner attempting to shift the narrative and place blame publicly. It is a raw, relatable look at the messy reality of moving on.
Musically, the song is anchored by a blend of electric guitar, acoustic guitar, and driving percussion. The production creates a sonic landscape that mirrors the feeling of trying to dance away one’s sorrows—a frantic, rhythmic attempt at distraction that never quite masks the underlying emotional weight. It is a sophisticated addition to her catalog that highlights her growth as a songwriter.
“I think the drugs are working now” stands as the most compelling appetizer yet for Isn’t That Sweet?, which is scheduled for release on September 25. As Oston prepares to share her full-length debut, this single confirms her ability to balance infectious indie pop sensibilities with deeply personal, often difficult subject matter.
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