God Must Be Doing Cocaine

"God Must Be Doing Cocaine" is a song by American singer-songwriter Charlotte Lawrence, released on November 15, 2019, through Atlantic and Gold Tooth Records.

Following the release of the single "Navy Blue", Lawrence returned with "God Must Be Doing Cocaine", a track that further established her refusal to conform to expectations or be confined by pop conventions. Released in late 2019, the song marked a stylistic departure from her earlier work, showcasing a more introspective and restrained approach to songwriting.^[1]

"God Must Be Doing Cocaine" is a raw, introspective track in which Lawrence explores themes of emotional emptiness, disillusionment, and the search for meaning. According to Clash, the song reflects Lawrence's vulnerability, addressing the chaos of contemporary life in America, the hollowness of a party-focused lifestyle, and her deeper connections to family. The publication noted that the track reveals a "deeply mature" side of the artist, with her emotions laid bare.^[2] The Line of Best Fit described the song as a restrained and haunting ballad that "shines a spotlight on Lawrence’s stellar vocal", emphasizing its dreamy soundscape and lyrical focus on modern relationships, religion, and collective experience. Drawing inspiration from artists like Mazzy Star, Bon Iver, and Joni Mitchell, the song marks a stylistic shift and a more contemplative phase in Lawrence's songwriting.^[3]

Credits adapted from AllMusic.^[4]

• Charlotte Lawrence – Composer, Primary Artist
• Jeff Gunnell – Engineer
• John Ryan – Composer, Musician, Producer
• Julian Bunetta – Composer, Musician, Producer
• Manny Marroquin – Mixing
• Nathan Dantzler – Mastering