Last Updated on 2025-10-08 by a-indie
Bangkok-based singer-songwriter Thalassa breaks nearly four years of silence with the release of her new single “Good Boys.”
“Good Boys” features lyrics that cut to the heart of modern romance’s dilemmas, ultimately guiding listeners toward self-affirmation.
The shimmering synth tones and playful beats feel like the morning sun announcing the end of a long night.
It resonates in our ears like a fanfare celebrating the “dawn of her new era.”
Additionally, the Discord community operated by BELONG Media / A-indie conducted an advance listening of this work and has featured comments from participants.
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An Artist with Spanish, French, and Hong Kong Roots
A Career on Stage Since Age 8
Thalassa is an artist with a multicultural background rooted in Spain, France, and Hong Kong.
Since the age of 8, she has performed in operas and musicals such as “Les Misérables” and “The Lion King,” and has shared the stage with opera legend Andrea Bocelli.
As a teenager, she honed her craft through summer programs at Berklee College of Music and London’s West End, growing into a multi-instrumentalist who plays piano, guitar, bass, and flute.
She graduated top of her class with a major in composition from Rangsit University’s College of Music in Thailand.
Garnering Attention with Debut Track “Hey Girl”
Her debut single “Hey Girl,” released in 2020, was highly praised for its originality and playful edge, and was featured in multiple media outlets including Nation TV, Cat Radio, Fungjai, and AVYSS Magazine.
In 2021, a 7-inch record featuring “Hey Girl” and “Love Dove” was released by Japanese label Typical Records.
AVYSS Magazine described her as having “a new generation DIY sensibility akin to Clairo and Beabadoobee while evoking a nostalgic Asian atmosphere.”
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“Good Boys” Depicts an Awakening to Self-Love
Self-Esteem Wavering in Temporary Relationships
“Good Boys” explores emotions oscillating between desire and self-esteem within modern fleeting human relationships.
The upbeat yet uncompromisingly defiant track poses a simple question: “Where have all the good boys gone?”
At the heart of this song is a simple message condensed into the idea that loving yourself is the beginning.
With its unforgettable hook, this track represents a defining moment symbolizing Thalassa’s evolution as an artist.
Produced by Getsunova Members
For this work, Prakarn Raiva of Getsunova, the popular Thai band with Summer Sonic experience, joined as executive producer, with NACHO CHAN as producer.
Thalassa herself was fully involved as singer-songwriter. Mixing and mastering were handled by Henry Watkins.
A music video shot in Japan’s Kansai region was also produced, adorning the track with nostalgic visuals.
A World Expanding Through Remixes and New Songs
Following the release, a remix version of “Good Boys” and two new songs, each accompanied by music videos, are scheduled to be released in succession.
These releases will demonstrate Thalassa’s versatility and further solidify her presence on the international stage.
Her new era, returning after approximately four years, is just beginning. Reclaiming oneself, embracing self-love.
Thalassa’s “Good Boys” is a work that sublimated such universal stories we all experience into a catchy and powerful pop song.
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Comments from Community Members
The following comments were received from community members who listened to the advance:
The MV where she searches for nice boys in various places in Kansai is also lovely.
The MV for her debut song “Hey Girl” featured footage from when she traveled to Kanto, so it feels like a counterpart👏
As for the sound, it was bedroom pop so comfortable it invited me to sleep!
The lyrics are pretty straightforward. I think that might be what makes the chorus/hook land so smoothly, Which I thought was very good. I found myself being a little confused on what was being said, sometimes the mumbling was a bit much. I understand that a vocal performance like that is sometimes part of a specific style (which often accompany a song like this) but sometimes I felt like I didn’t hear entire words.
Music video was super charming, felt both purposeful and accidental (In the best way.) If im a little nitpicky, the verses sometimes feel a little too stripped back, as if its waiting for the chorus. But overall, great song, great job. Enjoyed listening to it very much.
The voice was also lovely and soothing to the ears👂It sparkled so much that I wondered if it was okay for an old man like me to listen to it.
If I’m being greedy, I’d want more rough edges! This sparkling feeling is dazzling✨️
In the MV, familiar Kansai scenery appeared and made me nostalgic.
Release Details
Single “Good Boys”
Artist: Thalassa
Release Date: October 8, 2024
Executive Producer: Prakarn Raiva (Name / Getsunova)
Producer: NACHO CHAN
Mix/Mastering: Henry Watkins
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Thalassa Profile
Thalassa is a Bangkok-based singer-songwriter. Her diverse artistic and poetic storytelling lyrics and vocal abilities are attracting attention in the global indie music scene. Born in Thailand with roots in Spain, France, and Hong Kong, she began performing in stage productions and operas such as Les Misérables, The Lion King, Mae Naak, Reya The Musical, and Brundibar at the age of 8. Through these experiences, she performed before the Pope and was recognized by Italian opera singer Andrea Bocelli and choirs such as AMAS Choir and Thai Youth Choir, honing her skills. In her teens, she expanded her activities, further refining her vocal ability and expressiveness at London’s West End Stage and Berklee College of Music. She majored in music at university, mastering primarily piano, guitar, bass, and flute, and graduated with top grades. Her extensive performance experience and musical knowledge have given her a unique, intimate, and deeply resonant style that transcends genres.
Her debut single “Hey Girl (2020)” breathed new life into the indie scene with her sophisticated yet original rhythmic style and humorous playfulness despite being only 20 years old. “Hey Girl” was featured and highly praised in media and magazines such as Nation TV, Cat Radio, Fungjai, La Vague Parallèle, AVYSS Magazine, and Third World Magazine. Furthermore, in 2021, it caught the eye of Japanese record label Typical Records, and a 7-inch vinyl record featuring Hey Girl and Love Dove was released. Music critics called her “a new generation artist with an Asian atmosphere while being nostalgic and akin to Clairo and Beabadoobee (AVYSS Magazine)” and “precisely crafted music that is carved deep into the ears without notice (La Vague Parallèle).”
Thalassa is steadily gathering listener appreciation across borders, step by step. Now, she is steadily preparing for the release of a new single. Aiming for music of a new generation, showing growth as an artist, and foreshadowing global attention.
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Writer: Tomohiro Yabe (yabori)
Editor-in-chief of BELONG Media/A-indie. Since 2010, has been writing the music blog “Timeless Masterpiece,” the predecessor to BELONG.
After writing for “only in dreams,” hosted by ASIAN KUNG-FU GENERATION vocalist Masafumi Goto, majored in music business at music vocational school.
Has written articles about Japanese and international music for over 10 years.
Previously worked at a music CD rental shop with over 100,000 album titles, responsible for garage rock, psychedelic rock, and Japanese indie rock.
Utilizing these experiences, published 26 issues of the music magazine “BELONG Magazine” themed around “roots rock.”
Currently writes articles based on SEO strategies learned at a web production company. Hobby is watching “Kaiun! Nandemo Kantei-dan.”
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