Cebuana singer-songwriter Jolianne drops her new single, “Plain Girl,” a playful yet honest anthem that depicts the complexities of being a single young woman in a world full of love stories.
Released via Careless Music and Sony Music Entertainment, the track blends jazz-infused pop with a subtle touch of Disney-like whimsy, making it impossible to ignore.
With “Plain Girl,” Jolianne pokes fun of her own relationship status, waltzing into a narrative that speaks to the tiresome feeling of being lonely, inadequate, and overlooked. But instead of wallowing in self-pity or self-deprecation, the rising pop artist delivers a confessional with inescapable wit and lighthearted charm.
Jolianne explains, “I didn’t want it to come across as overly self-deprecating. Instead, I wanted it to sound like I was poking fun at my situation. This is why I paired the lyrics with dreamlike melodies and production.”
The song strikes a perfect balance between vulnerability and humor, with the soothing melodies contrasting sharply against the candid lyrics. Throughout the track, Jolianne’s natural charisma, paired with her impressive songwriting chops, shines in the dreamy lilt of lush instrumentation. She delivers a refreshing take on the “no-boyfriend-since-birth” (NBSB) narrative essentially like no other.
“Plain Girl” is filled with memorable lines that explore the frustrations and missed connection of navigating single life. One of the standout lyrics, “I want to be someone’s second to none, but it’s more likely I turn to a nun,” encapsulates the song’s raw honesty, a sentiment Jolianne feels deeply. “I think this line captures the balance best,” she shares. “It’s honest and a little bit cheeky, but that’s exactly how I feel.”
“Plain Girl” is produced by Jonah Bru and RJ Pineda, with vocal arrangement by Jolianne. According to the talented recording star, she wanted to embrace a whimsical and playful direction for the song, while highlighting her core strengths as a songwriter. The result is a lighthearted take on female solitude, but without being overly dramatic.
“Plain Girl” is the second single from Jolianne’s highly anticipated debut EP, set for release early next year. The upcoming EP will explore themes of yearning, love, and heartbreak, with the same mix of emotional candor and charismatic wit that makes “Plain Girl” so captivating.
Jolianne’s “Plain Girl” is out now on all digital music platforms worldwide via Careless Music and Sony. Music Entertainment. Watch the live performance video at her official YouTube channel.
