If you’ve ever had a “bestie” turn into a “frenemy” overnight, JaeXlynne just wrote the soundtrack to your next vent session. Her latest single, “Friends Like You,” is a sparkling piece of alternative pop that manages to be both incredibly fun and relatably savage, perfectly capturing the universal sting of a friendship gone sour.
From the opening notes, the track hits with a driving guitar riff and an upbeat tempo that demands a head-nod. It’s got an infectious pulse that feels like a spiritual successor to the early 2000s pop-rock era, balancing alt-rock grit with a polished pop sheen. What makes the song truly stand out, however, is the way JaeXlynne’s vocal delivery evolves alongside her lyrics. She begins with a soft intensity, drawing the listener in with a melodic sweetness that feels vulnerable and measured.
That composure quickly evaporates once the theme of betrayal takes center stage. In a brilliant stylistic shift, JaeXlynne moves into a “talk-vibe” delivery during the verses, where she lets her raw anger take the lead. When she drops lines like, “I really want to kick you in the face right now,” the artifice falls away. It’s a moment of unfiltered honesty that feels like it was ripped straight out of a Mean Girls soundtrack montage.
By tapping into the frustration of dealing with turncoat friends, Jaexlynne has created a cathartic anthem that allows you to dance through the resentment. “Friends Like You” is a bold, catchy, and sharp-edged reminder that while friends can let you down, a great song can always pick you back up.
Written by Zander Schaus
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