“Cry Baby,” the late 2025 single from Bermuda born, NYC based artist Tara Perez, is a razor sharp “brat pop” anthem that delivers a masterclass in sonic boundary setting. The track marks Perez’s definitive transition into a high gloss electropop era, trading the vulnerability of her earlier work for a persona that is brilliantly “unbothered.”
The song functions as a biting critique of emotional vampires and the “spoiled” elite. Co written with Wichtea and Ilana Armida, the lyrics use vivid, high fashion imagery, first class flights, designer bags, and diamond tears, to skewer a subject who prioritizes their own curated drama over genuine human connection. Perez’s vocal delivery is the track’s greatest weapon, she moves from a conversational, “satisfyingly smug” verse to a hard hitting, addictive hook with a confidence that feels earned. It is a song about walking away from a toxic situation and having the audacity to enjoy the exit.
Produced by Wichtea with vocal production by Zach Palmer, “Cry Baby” is a technical marvel of modern synth pop. The arrangement is built on industrial weighted bass lines and “glitter coated” synths that create an atmosphere of sonic rebellion. The production is dense and fast paced, mirroring the chaotic energy of the person the song describes, yet it remains firmly anchored by a tight, club ready beat. It is aggressive, polished, and undeniably catchy.
As a successor to her 2025 hit “WOW,” “Cry Baby” solidifies Tara Perez as a formidable force in the indie pop landscape. It is the perfect soundtrack for anyone reclaiming their energy from a “pity party” they never wanted to attend. For listeners who crave pop with a jagged edge, “Cry Baby” is essential.
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