There really isn’t much left to say about Babymorocco that hasn’t already become part of his growing mythology. Almost single-handedly, transforming himself into one of pop’s most fascinating cult phenomena. Following the breakout success of the debut album “Amour” and its expanded companion “Amour: The Jean Paul Deluxe”, he’s piquing the point where word-of-mouth and an intensely loyal fanbase do most of the heavy lifting. PR almost feels optional.
That hasn’t stopped me from eagerly diving into his latest creative evolution though. This time, it’s all about his alter ego, Tropico Rocco.
The opening statement of this new era arrives in the form of “Annoying,” which made its live debut during Tropico Rocco’s set at Primavera. Judging by the footage Rocco shared online, the crowd locked in from the very first beat. It’s the kind of instant connection that can’t be manufactured.
Where Babymorocco’s previous material leaned heavily into club-focused EDM production—big, phat beats, driving basslines and relentless energy built for sweaty underground dancefloors and hedonistic festival crowds. “Annoying” introduces a subtle but significant shift. Teaming up with Jack Laboz, a sharper pop sensibility begins to shine through. It’s still unmistakably Babymorocco-coded. Yet now balances confidently on that exciting line between mainstream accessibility and underground club culture.
“Annoying” was actually created in the very studio where Andy Warhol was shot. ‘We made it quickly and intensely; it came from such a desperate place that I felt sick. Jack instinctively knew to punch in those keys and start capturing every sad thing I would do for someone I was obsessed with,’ adds Babymorocco.
The visual is equally captivating. Directed by JoeBlue, the video throws Tropico Rocco together with Mgna Crrrta’s Farheen inside a vibrant, Roy Lichtenstein-inspired art-pop universe. It’s bold, surreal and perfectly amplifies the track’s emotional chaos with striking comic-book flair.
With “Annoying,” Babymorocco isn’t abandoning the underground that embraced him—he’s simply stretching its boundaries. Tropico Rocco is the vehicle for this next chapter, already steering towards something bigger, bolder and irresistibly unpredictable.
UK fans won’t have to wait long to catch Babymorocco back on home soil either, with an appearance lined up at London’s Body Movements on 30th August. Beyond music, the ever-expanding 360 artist also known as Jean Paul is down to make his acting debut in the A24-produced Channel 4 comedy series “It Gets Worse”, arriving later this year.
Connect with Babymorocco
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/babymorocco/
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/bbymorocco/