JULIA KATE - be nice princess

Julia Kate - “be nice princess”

Julia Kate’s new single, “be nice princess,” is the perfect angst driven pop track that is built around frustration, disappointment, and the moment you finally say what you’ve been holding in for way too long. This is all glimmering with Julia’s distinct indie-pop vibe that features the kind of emotional punch that would be a hit for the fans of the angst-filled honesty of Olivia Rodrigo, the pop-punk bite of Paramore, and the wounded confidence of Fall Out Boy.

From the opening beat, Julia sets the tone as one that is vulnerable, a little sarcastic, and but also completely done. It’s unique how Julia balances that pop-punk sting with an indie-pop vulnerability. She never leans too far into theatrics; instead, she keeps things grounded in honest storytelling, with a bit of added edge. Her vocals sound expressive, with a slight bite in the delivery that fits perfectly with the song's frustration. They also harmonize well with edgy guitars and steady percussion. It’s polished but not generic, with every part of the song remaining personal to her message.

What really makes the song a hit is its lyrical honesty. Lines like “are you too good for me now? So take a bow, remove your crown” and the self-reflective “they all said I wasn’t a good singer anyway” cut with the same confessional sharpness you’d expect from Olivia Rodrigo or even Taylor Swift. There's bitterness, but there’s also a good mix of humor, showing that she never takes herself too seriously. The repeated hook of, “be nice, princess, be nice” feels like both a dig and an inside joke that makes you wonder who she is speaking to. Furthermore, it balances the rare mix of being both cathartic and catchy.

With each release, Julia Kate continues to carve out her own space as she is still at just the beginning of her career. She is steadily developing a fan base that is attached to her honest writing, pop vocals, and edgy identity. “be nice princess” is surely standout in her catalog so far and shows that she is not just discovering her voice, but owning it.