“Fake Friends”: Julia Kate’s Bold New Wave Anthem for the Social Media Age

Julia Kate’s latest single, Fake Friends, is an electrifying blend of ’80s-inspired New Wave and modern, social media-saturated reflections that captures the essence of our times. The track pulses with the kind of energy that nods to iconic female-led bands like Blondie, The Go-Go’s, and The Pretenders, yet its lyrics ground it firmly in 2025. In Fake Friends, Kate explores the loneliness of superficial relationships that seem to flourish in a world where digital personas often mask true feelings. The line “all I know is fake friends make me feel so alone” resonates deeply in a world where fake smiles behind a screen are all too common.

What sets the song apart is the way it marries upbeat, almost playful rhythms with a cuttingly real message about betrayal. Kate’s bold vocals channel the spirit of Debbie Harry, weaving effortlessly between empowerment and vulnerability. The groovy beat, driven by producer Nick Rosen’s careful craftsmanship, propels the song with a nostalgic yet fresh vitality that draws you in from the first note.

Julia Kate’s songwriting skills shine through as she creates a piece that’s both a personal ode and a universal anthem. The energy of the ’80s meets the disillusionment of today, and the result is a song that feels at once liberating and relatable. With Fake Friends, Julia Kate marks herself as a rising talent to watch, blending the past and present with undeniable style and authenticity.