Grunge pop star Natalie Jane released her new single "how u been?" on her 21st birthday, April 25, via Capitol Music Group / 10K Projects. The track is a cathartic anthem for anyone who's ever felt like they had to dodge that question while masking the heaviness they feel inside. It explores how difficult it can be to witness a past relationship move on right in front of your eyes while you're still suffering from the loss.  

Lyrics like, "I've been holding back some thoughts / And all you have to say is 'how u been?'" highlight how dumbfounded one can feel when interactions with someone you once shared a deep closeness become purely surface level. Jane belts the lyrics, "I've been sleeping in your hoodie wishing we never met / I would say that if I could / But I'll just say 'I'm good'" to cope with her rage and sadness.

The driving bass line infuses the song with an emotional charge, and the swooping chorus displays Jane's powerful vocal range. Each phrase is candid and raw, masterfully conveying her intimate perspective in a deeply relatable way to listeners.

The accompanying music video follows Jane in her childhood bedroom in the New Jersey suburbs, the perfect place to decompress and reflect after having an awkward interaction with an ex and his new flame. Jane is fresh off her sold-out SICK TO MY STOMACH Tour and is already back to releasing breakout hits. "how u been?" marks the first single from her highly anticipated full-length album set to release later this year, so stay tuned.

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