Izzy Mahoubi’s “70’s Baby” Is a Glowing Indie Gem That’ll Have You Time Traveling in the Best Way

There are some songs that don’t just land in your ears—they set up camp in your daydreams. “70’s Baby” by Izzy Mahoubi is exactly that kind of track. Equal parts nostalgic and forward-thinking, it’s the kind of song that makes you feel like you're riding in a vintage convertible down a dusty desert road, even if you’re just stuck in traffic with the windows down.

Hailing from Phoenix, Arizona, Izzy Mahoubi is no stranger to capturing raw emotion in a way that feels both cinematic and intimately close. With "70's Baby," she takes everything we love about her folk/Americana roots—poetic storytelling, conversational lyrics, that unmistakable soul—and fuses it with shimmering indie-pop energy that feels straight out of a sun-drenched daydream.

The track opens with delicate acoustic guitars that could melt the hardest of moods, and then... she starts singing. And that’s when the magic happens. Izzy’s voice is like flipping through old Polaroids—warm, slightly hazy, and full of feeling. Her words don’t just tell a story; they invite you in. You’re not just listening—you’re there with her, feeling the golden-hour glow of youth, freedom, and a touch of rebellion.

The songwriting is top tier—honest and poetic without ever trying too hard. She’s got a way of weaving everyday thoughts into melodies that feel like they’ve always existed. Think Lorde meets a Laurel Canyon daydream. If you love that dreamy, indie-pop meets folk storytelling vibe, this song is basically a love letter to your ears.

But don’t get it twisted—this isn't just some throwback track trying to cash in on nostalgia. Izzy Mahoubi is doing something new here. She honors the past with her Beatles-esque sensibilities, channels a Fiona Apple-level of lyrical depth, and still sounds like no one but herself. That’s no easy feat, especially in a genre that often leans on predictability.

Whether you're listening while journaling under fairy lights or blasting it on a solo road trip, “70’s Baby” meets you where you are. It’s beautiful, dreamy, and vibey as hell—but if you take a closer listen, there’s depth and emotion packed into every line.

Izzy Mahoubi might be singing about the '70s, but make no mistake—her moment is right now.