Sometimes, a little push is all you need. And a push is what you’ll get from “Forward,” a slice of tender tough love from Belgian indie-popper Heyoka’s most recent EP, Mercure.

A hypnotically persuasive anthem that combines old-school symphonics with modern martial beats, “Forward” finds the high-minded Heyoka challenging us listeners to move beyond our bad mental habits. With an unassuming purr, he insinuates himself into our inner mind like the voice of an ancient conscience, then plants a message there that’s inspirational and aspirational – a wake-up call that a brighter day is coming if we want it.

It’s time to look into your lies
Can you tell me when you look into my eyes
That you’re happy about how you live your life?
I can’t help unless you let me in
I can’t say if you need me or not
I trust you I know you’ll be alright
Even if it’s hard sometime