Leicester punk trio 9 o’clock Nasty are back with a bold new single, People Pleaser, and this time they’ve taken a sharp turn into synth-pop without losing their signature bite! Known for their fearless, genre-bending sound, the band blends punk energy with electronic beats to deliver a track that’s both danceable and deeply relatable.
People Pleaser feels like a punch in the gut wrapped in neon lights. The beat is tight and repetitive, echoing the grind of modern life. Sharp drum sounds and robotic rhythms set the stage for the song’s theme: the exhausting pressure to always smile, serve, and satisfy; whether you’re in retail, finance, sex work, or just trying to survive the 9-to-5.
Layered synths fill the track with tension. Bright, buzzing melodies flash like warning signs, while darker sounds rumble underneath, creating a mood that’s both fun and unsettling. It’s music that makes you move while making you think.
Vocals are delivered with dry humor and frustration, bouncing between monotone spoken lines and emotional singing. The repeating line “People pleaser, pleasure seeker” rings out like a tired mantra, exposing the constant tug between giving too much and craving something back. The voice sounds distant, almost mechanical, adding to the feeling of being stuck in a loop you didn’t choose.
What really makes People Pleaser stand out is its honesty. It captures how tiring it is to pretend you’re okay all the time. It’s catchy, yes, but it’s also cathartic. You can feel the band pushing back against a world that demands too much and gives too little.
9 o’clock Nasty have always been unpredictable, and this track shows they’re not afraid to evolve. People Pleaser is a sharp, strange, and smart song for anyone who’s ever had to fake a smile when they wanted to scream!
