Self-proclaimed “teen who makes music,” lofikay has a way with samples. The Ikigai Collection is very hip hop-forward, pairing emcee’s verses with chirpy exotica harmonies. The tracks without lyrics tend to sweep dramatically across your field of view, as if reimagining a pastoral anime landscape. “eyes of merriment” is a pleasant middle ground where a few bluesy moans are well-appreciated.

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