Flirty, fuzzy, falling hard.

English indie rock band Wet Leg returns with Moisturizer, their second studio album and follow-up to their breakout 2022 debut. Known for their cheeky lyrics and infectious guitar-driven sound, the band continues to explore themes of love, identity and vulnerability across a collection that blends indie rock, post-punk and synth textures. While the mood and tone shift from track to track, the album remains cohesive in its emotional through line and stylistic confidence.

The record opens with “CPR,” a standout track grounded in a groovy bass and drum rhythm. Soft vocals quickly intensify with a dramatic chorus, asking bluntly, “Is it love or suicide?” It’s an immediate and gripping start. “Liquidize” keeps the energy going with layered guitars and a driving beat. Lyrically, it captures the swirl of being lovestruck, pairing straightforward delivery with a fuzzy, nostalgic feel.

“Catch These Fists” turns the emotional tide. Upbeat, dissonant chords and a tense build support lyrics that push back against romance: “I don’t want your life, I just wanna fight.” That defiance dissolves into “Davina McCall,” a softer track marked by falsetto vocals and stripped-down guitar strums. The band circles back to affection and longing with a lighter touch.

“Jennifer’s Body” brings the tempo up again with bright, distorted guitars and playful momentum, followed by “Mangetout,” which pairs similar guitar tones with more conflicted lyrics. “You say I scare you? I know, most people do” signals a shift toward detachment rather than desire.

“Pond Song” stands out for its experimental arrangement. Beginning with airy synth and guitar layers, the track gradually expands, reinforcing the dreamy, immersive feel of being deeply in love. “Pokemon” continues the softer side of the album, with breathy vocals and shimmering guitars underscoring lyrics like “In control of me now, take a hold of me now.”

“Pillow Talk” reintroduces heavy distortion and a hard rock feel. Its sexual lyrics and crunching guitar riffs make it one of the most charged tracks on the album. “Don’t Speak” follows with a return to softness, using gentle guitar and tender lines like “I don’t mind getting old / When it’s your hand, sugar, I get to hold.”

As the album nears its close, “11:21” slows the pace with a piano-synth intro and yearning vocals. The lyrics reflect hesitation and hope: “If I just hang around here, promise me you will return.” The final track, “U and Me at Home,” ends things on a high note. Catchy guitar riffs and warm lyrics—“And there’s this big elastic band that pulls you back to me”—wrap the record with a sense of comfort and clarity.

Moisturizer leaves a lasting impression through its emotional punch and unshakable charm, proving Wet Leg still knows how to surprise.