Grace VanderWaal continues her remarkable run of releases with “I Don’t Like You,” the fifth single of 2019 and another exciting preview of her forthcoming sophomore album, “Ur So Beautiful.” After first introducing the song during her Ur So Beautiful Tour in August, the official release arrives with the confidence of an artist fully embracing her creative direction. It reflects Grace’s willingness to explore honest emotions while maintaining the distinctive style that has defined her recent music.
The song transforms complicated feelings into an engaging pop experience, balancing emotional directness with an infectious energy that keeps listeners invested from beginning to end. Rather than masking difficult emotions, the lyrics confront them openly, giving the record a refreshing authenticity. That emotional openness, paired with polished production, allows the track to feel both relatable and empowering without losing its youthful charm.
Serving as another glimpse into her upcoming project, “I Don’t Like You” reinforces Grace VanderWaal’s artistic growth and creative consistency throughout the year. The release captures the excitement surrounding her next musical chapter while proving her ability to turn personal experiences into compelling pop songs. Honest, energetic and emotionally engaging, the single further establishes Grace as a young artist confidently shaping her own evolving sound.
