Juliana Hale Explores Emotional Turbulence in Groovy New Single ‘You + Me’
JJ Entertainment proudly announces the release of Juliana Hale’s powerful new single, “You + Me.” The track is available on November 15th and may be her boldest one yet, taking on the emotional turbulence of a toxic relationship.
Known for her empowering songs like “Good On My Own,” “Cry My Summer Away,” and “Not For You,” she’s back with another fierce, upbeat anthem that blends emotional lyrics with moody, seductive beats, designed to resonate with anyone who’s ever felt mistreated by their lover. Co-written by Juliana Hale, Christian Rizzo, and Catt McCreary and produced by Christian Rizzo, the song tells the story of someone who’s finally breaking free from their partner’s destructive behavior.
In discussing the track, Hale shares the emotional depth of the song: “‘You + Me’ is a sonic exploration of a harmful relationship, with the beat mimicking the sound of tiptoeing around eggshells with a person who changes at the drop of a hat. As with my other music, it is an empowering take on this universal experience, saying, ‘Well, if this is how you’re going to treat me, then I’m out.’”
Hale masterfully shows how an unhealthy relationship builds and escalates. In the beginning, tentative and unsure lyrics like: “Lately we’ve been on edge / You’re tryna push me off it / Tiptoeing on a tightrope, lead with your eyes closed, how far will this go?” depict someone who’s not sure what’s going to happen with the relationship. But by the end of the song, Hale has decided – enough is enough. She demonstrates this clearly: “You plus me equals all these problems / Just keep dragging me to rock bottom / You plus me equals all these problems / And I’m done tryna solve ‘em now.”
Additionally, Hale reminds listeners of the importance of having friends and family when leaving a damaging relationship. She says, “The violinist on the track is my brother, Oliver Levi, so the family connection makes this song that much more special to me. If you have ever been treated like a human punching bag, then this song is for you!”
With this new single, Hale proves she’s able to balance emotional depth with confidence, introspection, and empowerment. Perfect for fans of Sabrina Carpenter, Dua Lipa, Meghan Trainor, and Billie Eilish, “You + Me” is a song for anyone who’s ever survived a dysfunctional relationship.
Juliana Hale is an indie-pop singer-songwriter with an evocative voice, a sound that transcends genres, and an ability to bring stories to life in vivid detail. She’s a true Renaissance artist, combining her multi-instrumental and vocal abilities with a love of visual arts to create an unforgettable, immersive experience. Hale transparently connects with her fans in a unique way, building a deeply engaged base of supporters by sharing her chronic health struggles and creating a positive community.
Juliana has opened for Snoop Dogg, reached over 2 million streams and views on both Spotify and YouTube, charted at #6 on iTunes with her ballad “Head in the Clouds,” and is starring in an independent film titled Hope and a Future. With a steady stream of content expected for 2024, Juliana is well on her way to becoming a fixture in modern music.
Find out more about Juliana Hale at julianahale.com. Stay in touch with her on
Instagram and YouTube @JulianaHale and on TikTok and X @thejulianahale.
