EP Review: Change Clothes [Remix] - Lavaud & Pardison Fontaine

Lavaud’s latest release, “Change Clothes” remix with Pardison Fontaine, feels like a solid statement from an artist steadily shifting from rising name to genuine contender. The track opens with a bouncy rhythmic beat that reflects the fresh and vibrant production of producers Trakmatik and Hvstle. Lavaud’s voice anchors everything. She delivers with sultry precision, letting stacked harmonies shimmer without ever overplaying the moment.

There’s an infectious quality to the hook: Lavaud leans into the mantra-like core of “change clothes,” transforming the phrase into a reminder to reclaim your energy, walk away on your own terms, and never let anyone play with your worth. Her delivery is both smooth and resolute, combining East London grit with global R&B polish in a way that sounds thoroughly her own.

Pardison Fontaine opens the remix with a flow that’s laid-back yet razor sharp, the kind of confident delivery that has made him one of hip-hop’s most in demand songwriters. His verse complements Lavaud’s vocals rather than overshadowing them, and he sharpens the track’s edges while matching her poise.

Lyrically, “Change Clothes” leans hard into self-empowerment, with Lavaud flipping the language of everyday routine into a sharp reminder of agency and worth. Lines like “He gonna make me treat him like a wardrobe, change up on his ass just like I change clothes” carry a playful sting, turning frustration into fuel, and the hook frames moving on not as a bruise but as a clean reclaiming of energy. She steps out with her best friends and her best self, keeping the tone light but decisive, and the whole track settles into that sweet space where confidence, clarity and attitude meet.

What really works is the chemistry between the two artists. They push the track into a sweet spot where attitude, melody and movement intersect. It feels catchy without being pandering, bold without theatrics. The music video accompaniment doubles down on the track’s message of self-possession. Positioning the song as a showdown between two lovers, bringing the energy to life in visuals that feel stylish yet grounded.

With over 20 million streams behind her and a new project expected in 2026, Lavaud sounds like an artist hitting her stride. “Change Clothes” isn’t just another remix, it’s a step forward. She’s not simply arriving; she’s levelling up, and she knows it.