While Men I Trust traditionally operates in a space of "woozy" indie-jazz, "Billie Toppy" leans heavily into and dark wave influences.
The track is driven by a hard-hitting, "crunchy" bassline and a steady, downhill-pushing drumbeat. Men I Trust - Billie Toppy
The song uses metaphors of the natural world, describing the narrator as a "lamb who's fast asleep" or a prey being "hauled" and "dragged" along. The title itself and the album's equine cover art suggest a horse-like relentless speed or a "predator-prey" relationship. While Men I Trust traditionally operates in a
Band leader Emmanuelle Proulx maintains her signature "feather-light" and ethereal vocal style, which creates a mysterious contrast against the aggressive, upbeat instrumental. The title itself and the album's equine cover
by the Montreal-based trio Men I Trust represents a sharp stylistic pivot for a band primarily known for their hazy, "untourable" dream pop. Released as a single in late 2022 and later featured on their 2025 album Equus Caballus , the track trades soft jazz-inflected melodies for a propulsive, edgier post-punk groove . Musical Evolution: From Dream Pop to Post-Punk