Brazilian pop artist GIULIA BE continues her multilingual artistic rollout with “girls just wanna,” the latest English-language offering from her forthcoming 21-track self-titled album GIULIA BE, expected later this year.
Described by the 26-year-old Latin GRAMMY nominee as a modern reinterpretation of Cyndi Lauper’s classic “Girls Just Want to Have Fun,” the track reframes the original’s carefree spirit through a contemporary lens shaped by social media pressure and emotional comparison culture.
“Nowadays girls wanna have more than just fun,” GIULIA BE shares. “In these times of comparison where social media tells you where you need to fit in, I feel a stronger sentiment of girls wanting to escape this dark reality in order to keep their self-esteem.”
A High-Level Songwriting Collaboration
“girls just wanna” was written by GIULIA alongside songwriter Justin Parker, known for his work on Lana Del Rey’s Born to Die, and producer Fred Ball, whose credits include collaborations with Rihanna, Beyoncé, and Jay-Z.
Sonically, the track leans into polished, cinematic pop. The hook “girls just wanna escape reality / and live in a dream … and live with self-esteem” elevates escapism into something emotionally layered. Beneath the surface-level sparkle lies commentary on self-worth, identity, and the restless urgency of modern femininity.
The repetition of “girls just wanna wanna” functions as both chant and confessio playful yet pointed. It transforms the song into an anthem for release that acknowledges chaos without surrendering to it.
A Trilingual Album Strategy
“girls just wanna” follows a deliberate multilingual rollout that includes English tracks “fool for love” and “poltergeist,” Spanish releases “bye bye bahia” and “tonta,” and Portuguese songs “viciada” and “delícia proibida.”
The forthcoming 21-track album will span Portuguese, Spanish, and English — a strategic choice that positions GIULIA BE as a truly global-facing Latin pop artist. She has described the project as “three hearts in 21 songs,” with each language representing a distinct emotional layer tied to her roots and lived experiences.
In an era where crossover often means abandoning native language, GIULIA’s approach is notably different. Instead of shifting identities, she’s stacking them using language as creative expansion rather than assimilation.
Career Positioning: From Regional Breakout to Global Architect
GIULIA BE’s trajectory has steadily moved beyond Brazilian pop confines. As a Best New Artist Latin GRAMMY nominee, she already holds institutional validation within the Latin industry. However, this album campaign suggests a more ambitious repositioning.
Where earlier phases leaned heavily into Lusophone markets, this era feels structured for global pop integration. The songwriting partnerships signal top-tier industry alignment, while the trilingual structure broadens her discoverability across streaming ecosystems.
Her recent appearances at New York Fashion Week, attending the Calvin Klein runway show, and supporting designer Jasmin Hekmat at Cult Gaia’s debut presentation further underscore that positioning. The brand alignment places her within fashion’s global conversation, a space increasingly intertwined with modern pop influence.
The Latin pop conversation in 2026 is increasingly about identity flexibility. Artists are no longer boxed into regional silos, but the challenge lies in maintaining authenticity while scaling internationally.
“girls just wanna” reflects that balance. Rather than chasing trend-heavy production, GIULIA BE anchors her crossover effort in songwriting clarity. The emotional thesis on self-esteem amid digital comparison feels timely without feeling opportunistic.
If the full 21-track album delivers on its “three hearts” promise, GIULIA BE could solidify herself not just as a multilingual singer, but as one of the few Latin pop artists building a cohesive global narrative across languages.
With several singles already outlining the emotional terrain of the album, the remaining releases will determine how cohesively the trilingual concept holds together. For now, “girls just wanna” serves as both cultural commentary and pop statement signaling that GIULIA BE’s next chapter is intentionally global.
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