If you are looking for a bit of a pep in your step, “Tequila,” should easily suffice. It reigns in multiple cultural influences to generate something all it’s own, one part Latin-inspired, one part pop, and a splash of hard to define charm that feeds into it’s zest. As the mood clearly showcases, the theme here is one of femininity, letting lose and being yourself. The bouncing, vibrant beat helping articulate the outspoken nature within, Effaye’s vocal playing a pivot role in making this mood happen.

Inspired by names like Shakira, Brittany Spears, and other well-known pop stars, female empowerment has always been something that spoke to Effaye. Today, she outgoingly builds this this quality into the music she makes “Tequila,” being one of many examples of the trait.

There’s much to appreciate from this rising artist, “Tequila,” being one for the books alongside a nice catalog of well-suited singles.