Steve Lacy Discusses New Album After "Bad Habit" Success

Alt-pop artist Steve Lacy has released his new album "Oh Yeah?" four years after his breakout hit "Bad Habit" achieved significant success, including a US No. 1 spot and a Grammy nomination. Lacy, who received a Grammy nomination at 17, described the period following "Bad Habit" as a time of silence, during which he experienced trauma and heartbreak that informed his latest work. Despite the song's massive popularity, which led to sold-out tours across North America, Europe, and Australia in 2022, Lacy maintains a relatively private life. He notes that his public recognition is more tied to his name than his face, a situation he finds beneficial for maintaining a semblance of normalcy. He purchased a new home in Los Angeles but has not sought out new famous acquaintances, preferring his homebody tendencies. Lacy feels he has successfully navigated modern pop stardom by becoming a celebrated musician while remaining largely unrecognisable to the general public. He shared these reflections during an interview in a London hotel, wearing a Serge Gainsbourg T-shirt and heavily ripped jeans.