Kick off the era with “Baptism,” the opener to Lovejoy‘s debut album One Simple Trick, hitting shelves October 3, 2025, via Anvil Cat Records and Warner. This 11-track indie rock gem caps off a buildup that started with EPs like Are You Alright? in 2021 and Wake Up & It’s Over in 2023, now delivering the full-length fans have chased since Wilbur Soot’s cryptic teases. Fronted by Soot on vocals and rhythm guitar, with Joe Goldsmith’s sharp leads, Mark Boardman’s double-kick drive, and Ash Kabosu’s steady bass, the band has evolved from lo-fi charm to polished anthems, drawing from Brighton scene roots and that post-punk edge that hooked millions on TikTok.
As the lead track, “Baptism” plunges you straight into the album’s witty, introspective world, with Soot’s deadpan delivery over jangly guitars and rhythms that build like a confession booth revelation. It’s got that signature Lovejoy mix of humor and heart, echoing the raw energy of singles like “With Rob As My Witness” and “Common Touch,” while setting up the record’s themes of fleeting connections and small-town escapes. Early previews from the May teaser trailer had fans decoding hidden lyrics, and now it’s clear this opener ties into the project’s “simple trick” of turning everyday absurdities into earworms. Clocking in at just under 44 minutes total, One Simple Trick feels like a live set bottled up, with standouts like “Foxholes” and “Perfect Blue” promising the chaotic joy that’s made Lovejoy a streaming staple. Dive into the Baptism lyrics below and unpack its fresh start. Don’t miss other One Simple Trick tracks like Fatal for more of Lovejoy’s sharp indie spark.
| Lead Vocals | Wilbur Soot |
| Songwriter | Wilbur Soot, Joe Goldsmith, Mark Boardman & Ash Kabosu |
| Music Producer | Ali Chant |
| Label | Anvil Cat Records & Revolution Records |
| Release Date | October 3, 2025 |
| Song Language | English |
| Copyright © | Anvil Cat Records & Revolution Records |
Lyrics of Baptism by Lovejoy
[Verse 1]
It Was A Cold Calling, We Had A Veer
Just The Worst Time Of The Year
And Now The Sod Did One Together
They Don’t Know The Ship Is Sinking
[Bridge (William, Joseph)]
If You Play The Saviour
Will You Make Me Holy?
If You Play The Savior
Will You Make Me Huh?!
If You Play The Saviour
Will You Make Me Holy?
If You Play The Saviour
Will I Ever Be
[Chorus]
There’s Blood In The Water
You Always Baptise A Little Too Early
You Say That I’ve Eaten
The Due Lies Yet To Disagree
There’s Blood In The Water
You Always Baptise A Little Too Early
You Say That I’ve Eaten
But Do I Have To Disagree?
[Verse 2]
And I Think At Some Point I Wanted To Do Something
Remember At One Point I Wanted To Make A New World
But It’s Getting To Late And The Old World Has Changed,
Getting Out Of The Hospital, Staying Insane
When I See My Reflection I Don’t See Myself,
When I See My Reflection I See Someone Else In My House
In My House
In My House
In My House
[Bridge (Joseph, William)]
Blood On The Water, There’s Blood On My Shirt
When I See My Reflection, I See Someone Else
So I Don’t Know If I’ve Got It, I Don’t Know It Won’t Hurt
When I See My Reflection, It’s Somebody Else
So Do I Just Bore You, Or Something Much Worse?
I Don’t Know If I’ve Got It To Be Somebody Else
So Let It Be Said, The Baptism’s Over Again
[Outro (William And Joseph, William)]
When He Walks, His House Will Stay By His Side
When He Talks, His Eyes Never Leave Mine
How Do I Trust Him?
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