Music Review: Coia – “Bad”
- Bryon Harris
- Jun 26
- 2 min read
By Matt Watts of Indie Talk
From the start, “Bad” by Coia hits with a sonic rush that feels like rolling your windows down on a warm summer night, wind in your hair, volume up full blast, and no destination except love on your mind. The track opens with rhythmic guitar, crisp percussion, punctuated digital horns, and a swirl of electronic reverb-y pop stylings that dance between indie rock and polished pop—slick, modern, and effortlessly cool.
Coia’s opening line, “I’d call it a better love, but this feeling ain’t got a name,” sets the tone for a song that walks the tightrope between love at first sight and something more. His voice lands perfectly in the indie pocket—soulful, a little edgy, and emotionally relatable, with that elusive “it” factor that defies explanation but instantly captivates. It’s a voice made for summer soundtracks—sexy, romantic, and just the right amount of reckless.
As the song builds, an exhilarating drum roll kicks you into the chorus with pure gusto. “I will be bad for you,” Coia sings, and it’s less of a warning and more of an irresistible invitation. The hook is infectious—sultry, carefree, and tinged with the thrilling chaos of a summer romance that might not last but dive deep anyway.
The bridge softens things just enough to let the emotion breathe: “When the morning light comes, it’ll be alright.” It's the comedown after the high, a gentle exhale that rounds out the song’s emotional arc. The outro features some glimmering piano touches as the chorus fades out, leaving you with one impulse—hit replay.
From top to bottom, “Bad” is a testament to Coia’s artistic instincts and production finesse. It’s emotionally vibrant, sonically rich, and radio-ready without sacrificing its indie roots. If this is a taste of the his new album Summer Sun, fans and new listeners alike should buckle up—because Coia is about to make summer waves.
Artist Info:
Name: Coia
Hometown: Greensboro, North Carolina
Genre: Indie Pop / Alternative Rock
Website: www.coiamusic.com
Spotify: Listen to Coia
—For fans of John Mayer, Jon Foreman, and Jason Mraz—Coia delivers summer love in a song that’s anything but predictable.
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