Photo via Ien Boodan

Often in stories for children, the serpent is depicted as a representation of desire, allurement, and seduction. Canadian R&B pop artist Bad Child utilizes this imagery in his newest song “Boy With Serpent”. In this three minute trance, the beat slowly and steadily thumps as Bad Child croons over the subtle dance of synths and guitars. The music itself is very spaced out, allowing Bad Child to fill the gaps with a story of disappointment and deceit.