In a busy world, sometimes the best therapy is a rhythm that pulls you to stop, temporarily forget your troubles, and sway. The Brooklyn-based artist Minna LaFortune shaping her way in global music has gifted us an escape in her new single, "Weekend Vibes."
A mix of Amapiano grooves and Caribbean soul, "Weekend Vibes" is an anthem for anyone seeking liberation from the nine-to-five grind. From the first instant, you're swept into LaFortune's world, where life's troubles dissolve in the dance floor's heat, and fun is the only item on the itinerary.
With her distinct reggae spirit layered over the rolling, percussive pulse of South African Amapiano, LaFortune is crossing cultures with purpose and panache. The production is smooth but alive, full of subtle details that unpack with repeat listens. Her warm, inviting vocals ride the beat like a cool breeze over cresting ocean waves, nestling us into the warmth of a collective celebration.
"Weekend Vibes" is another offering that showcases LaFortune's growth as an artist and her willingness to experiment with style. After only two years in the recording world, she's already mastering the delicate dance of staying true to her roots and embracing the modern music landscape. Her line of work is to make music that reconnects with everyone, and this track succeeds.
The chorus, "Weekend Vibes, go with the flow / Let the music take control over your body and soul," is a hook that not only sticks but also dares you not to move. It gets at the essence of what weekends are for us to release, rhythm, and realign with joy.
Scheduled to appear on her forthcoming album "Dance with Me Volume 11" due by June, "Weekend Vibes" establishes a strong precedent. It's playful yet purposeful, uplifting yet down-to-earth, a reminder that music can turn just a few minutes into a mini-vacation if done correctly. Minna LaFortune is quickly proving to be a reliable musical therapist with tracks like this one. "Weekend Vibes" is a feeling, a state of mind, and a welcome gust of fresh air.
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Reviewed by LyricalOdyssey Music
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May 16, 2025
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