Melbourne-based artist Jacqui Beaa has returned with her boldest release yet — “Grid Me”, a track that perfectly captures the chaos, humor, and heartbreak of love in the age of social media. Blending pop, indie, and rock influences, Jacqui delivers a sound that’s both nostalgic and fresh, pulling listeners in with irresistible grooves and witty, relatable lyrics.
At first listen, “Grid Me” feels like a playful pop anthem — fun, upbeat, and ready for the dance floor. But beneath its catchy surface lies a sharp and timely message. The song asks a question that almost everyone in the digital era can relate to: “Are we even real if you don’t put me on your Instagram grid?” It’s a tongue-in-cheek look at how social validation has become tangled with emotional connection, and how being “seen” online can sometimes feel just as important as being loved in real life.
Musically, “Grid Me” is as confident as it is infectious. The bass line bounces with energy, the guitars shimmer with warmth, and Jacqui’s vocals shine with effortless charisma. There’s a distinct sense of joy in her performance — even as she sings about insecurity, she does it with a wink and a grin. The song strikes a balance between playful and poignant, echoing the sonic charm of artists like Maggie Rogers and G Flip, while carrying the lyrical bite of Paramore.
Jacqui Beaa’s storytelling feels both personal and universal. You can sense her deep connection to music — a journey that started when she picked up her first guitar at just four years old. After years of performing in local bars, festivals, and even exploring acting and musical theatre, Jacqui’s creative evolution is clear. Her time away from music seems to have only sharpened her artistic instincts. “Grid Me” doesn’t just sound like a comeback — it sounds like a statement.
The song’s production mirrors its theme of digital-age tension: it’s polished but full of personality, modern yet human. The upbeat tempo invites listeners to dance, but the lyrics linger with introspection. “Why haven’t they posted a photo of us together?” might sound like a lighthearted line, but Jacqui turns it into something deeper — a reflection on how relationships are validated in the public eye.
What makes “Grid Me” stand out is how naturally Jacqui balances vulnerability and confidence. She doesn’t shy away from modern anxieties, but she also refuses to wallow in them. Instead, she spins them into something empowering — a danceable anthem that says, “Yeah, I care, but I’m still having fun.”
With “Grid Me”, Jacqui Beaa cements herself as one of Melbourne’s most exciting new voices in pop and indie rock. The single feels like a snapshot of where music meets modern life — funny, self-aware, and irresistibly catchy. It’s the kind of song that makes you want to move, sing along, and maybe even post it to your own grid.
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