The countdown is on: Social Media Generation, Grace’s latest single drops on the 4th of October 2024, and it’s bringing all the sass, shade, and sing-along vibes you didn’t know you needed. The opening line, “I see you scrolling, and yeah, I’m hating,” sets the tone for what will happen. This track is a cheeky take on modern romance, phone addiction, and those frustrating moments when the person you’re dating seems to post everything except you.

The track is a pop-punk-infused indie anthem, reflecting the frustration many of us feel when our significant others post about everything except us. Grace delivers sharp, witty lyrics that poke fun at the people we date and her digital obsession. The song’s opening verse paints a clear picture: she’s fed up with being left out of the Instagram stories and selfies while he shares updates from nights out at the pub or the latest football match. The song expertly taps into the “relationship drama meets social media” trope, giving it a fresh, satirical spin.

The track isn’t all about throwing shade. In the second verse, she takes a step back, acknowledging that social media isn’t everything. However, she doesn’t shy away from the fact that a little public affection—“couples posts, days out, and date nights, a declaration of love” wouldn’t hurt. The bridge, listing these suggestions with a wink, offers just the right amount of sass.

With influences like Baby Queen, Lauran Hibberd, Weezer, and Beth McCarthy, Social Media Generation fits comfortably within the tongue-in-cheek indie pop-rock sphere. It’s catchy, it’s sassy, and it’s sure to resonate with a gen Z.

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By Izzy Martin