Tajonyx embraces a more sensual, self-assured pop identity on ‘These Hands’, a sleek, rhythm-driven single that draws on the spectacle of early-2000s pop while retaining a distinctly contemporary edge, and we premiere it here at LOCK.
Built around hypnotic melodies, expressive vocals and polished production, the track recalls the confident pop-R&B crossover of Destiny’s Child and Britney Spears, balancing Y2K nostalgia with a more mature approach to sexuality and performance.
At its core, ‘These Hands’ is a statement of sexual liberation and personal agency. Tajonyx delivers the track with an unapologetic confidence, placing control and desire at the forefront without losing the melodic sensibility that has shaped her earlier work. Where 2023’s Phantom Fire explored personal expression through bubblegum pop and R&B, this latest release pushes towards a more assertive sound, expanding her artistic identity rather than abandoning its foundations.
With more than 15 years of experience as an independent artist, Tajonyx has built a career around creative autonomy and a commitment to developing her own vision. As a Black gender-queer artist, she brings a distinct perspective to pop, with songwriting, vocal performance and visual storytelling remaining central to her approach.
‘These Hands’ signals another step forward, setting the tone for the forthcoming Rare Form project and an artist increasingly comfortable taking ownership of her sound, sexuality and place within contemporary pop.