KARMA - The Mistletoe

On Rotation: KARMA "THE MISTLETOE"

KARMA, a rising Memphis-based female trio, released their latest single, The Mistletoe, which is bound to light up anyone’s holiday season. This festive track is a romantic ode to love felt during this season, infused with KARMA's signature soulful harmonies and unique rap flows. Following their previous release, The Mistletoe showcases a more tender side of the trio while keeping their unmistakable charm intact.

Focusing on the production, The Mistletoe brings back the iconic early 2000s R&B sound, echoing the era of groups like Destiny’s Child and TLC, who balanced silky vocals with upbeat backing tracks. The early 2000s R&B vibe shines through in KARMA's layered harmonies, smooth vocal runs, and a steady, mid-tempo beat that’s sultry and festive. This era of R&B was known for its fusion of soulful melodies, urban beats, and lyrics that spoke to intimacy. KARMA revitalizes this sound with modern production, creating a warm and glittering atmosphere throughout the three minute and 39 second track.

Lyrically, The Mistletoe can best be described as a love letter to holiday romance, showcasing imagery of festive cheer and traditions of connection. The chorus, kicks off with its irresistible refrain, "Boy, put the game down and follow me, baby, you can meet me at the mistletoe," captures the magic of spontaneous holiday love. Meanwhile lines like, "I don’t want presents, all I want is you," emphasize the song’s central and ever-timely theme of valuing connection over material gifts. With its catchy hooks and love-laced lyrics, the track is a perfect seasonal anthem.

OVerall, KARMA’s The Mistletoe is a perfect addition to their evolving discography, highlighting their versatility to create tracks that are trendy, but also universal for the holidays. With this single, KARMA not only delivers a nostalgic nod to early 2000s R&B but also solidifies their role as torchbearers of modern, feel-good music.