On a lazy Saturday afternoon, while most of the world was taking a nap or binge-watching their favorite shows, Issy and Dan found themselves in a peculiar situation. They were, quite literally, doing nothing. Well, almost nothing.

Dan, ever the restless soul, wandered into the studio. He began sifting through a myriad of sounds, like a kid in a candy store, searching for that sweet inspiration. As the melodies started to form, he had a lightbulb moment. He immediately rang up Issy. Tori, their usual partner-in-crime, was out of town, probably sipping on a cocktail somewhere sunny.

Issy, intrigued by Dan's sudden burst of enthusiasm, rushed over. Dan, with a mischievous glint in his eye, declared, "Let's make a song about the sneaky government! You know, about always staying one step ahead of them."

Both being die-hard Michael Jackson fans, they couldn't resist adding a sprinkle of MJ magic. A moonwalk here, a signature "Hee-hee" there, and a few hidden MJ Easter eggs for the keen-eared listeners.

But every song has its challenges. For "Speed Up," it was the hook. They needed something catchy, memorable, and relevant. After hours of brainstorming, laughter, and maybe a few disagreements, they landed on the perfect chorus, emphasizing the need to "stay 2 steps ahead"

The title "speed up" was a no-brainer. It encapsulated the essence of the song and the message they wanted to convey. Especially in today's world.

By the end of the weekend, not only was the song a hit, but they also managed to produce a music video. Talk about a productive weekend!

Listen now to Speed Up, by I$$Y.