Jenna Raine released her new song “Good Grief” on March 21. At twenty-one years old, the Texas singer-songwriter has already built a strong presence in the music industry. After she went viral in 2021 for her song “see you later (ten years),” Jenna’s heartfelt songwriting and her powerful vocals captured the attention and love of millions. Now, with her latest single “Good Grief,” she once again releases another track that showcases her emotional process of healing.
“Good Grief” shows a new level of maturity in Jenna’s music compared to her past releases. The song is about the topic of grief, both emotional and relational, which she finds a mix of honesty and creativity that feels relatable but also over-the-top without being dramatic. She talks about working through one’s pain and emotions, finding ways to move forward to find positivity. Jenna’s lyrics are poetic, making it easy for listeners to find a connection to her story and feel her emotions.
“It’s insane to think that my song is helping people heal from loss and grief,” Raine said.
One of the most memorable things about “Good Grief” is Jenna’s vocal performance. She has a voice that is soft and sweet, but through her lyrics, she also brings power to her songs which sound very natural compared to many modern songs using autotune. She also brings a vulnerability by adding her raw emotions to her song, making it easy to find a personal connection to her as a listener.
“I’m hoping to reach as many people as possible with my music…” Raine said. “I want listeners to think of me as a friend.”
Musically, the song blends soft piano with a slow pop that allows the emotion to come out through her voice. Her song doesn’t rely on a big beat drop or any effects. Instead, the music’s simplicity brings out more in the song. There’s a slow build throughout the song that keeps you listening as the lyrics continue to show Jenna’s emotions. As the song progresses, her voice grows more intense, especially in the chorus, where she brings out her feelings about the confusing and contradictory problems that come with grief.
“It’s about the statistic that only 2% of people actually marry their high school sweetheart…” Jenna Raine said. “…I want to give young couples hope,” she adds. “There are no love songs for the teens anymore.”
As someone who loved “see you later (ten years)” when it first was released, I was excited to hear her new release “Good Grief”—and it didn’t disappoint. “see you later (ten years)” demonstrated Jenna’s talent for songwriting and capturing her emotions of young love and heartbreak that feels genuine and relatable to listeners. “Good Grief” takes the honesty shown in “see you later (ten years),” and elevates it with a deeper emotional theme with more mature songwriting. Jenna Raine is evolving as an artist and is not afraid to be vulnerable in her music. Despite the grown maturity, I still favor “see you later (ten years)” over “Good Grief.”
Compared to the majority of pop music recently, Jenna’s single stands out, but not in the way of most. While many popular songs these days rely on catchy hooks and instant replay, Jenna’s music instead stands on its own. It’s the kind of song you think about later after falling in love with, as opposed to remembering one verse from TikTok.
Although the track hasn’t hit the same viral numbers as “see you later (ten years),” there’s no doubt that her fans will love it. With Jenna’s growing fan base and continued recognition from outlets like Rolling Stone and Billboard, it’s likely she will come out with more songs soon. Overall, “Good Grief” is another reminder of Jenna Raine’s talent—not just as a singer, but also as a songwriter and storyteller.
“My goal is to be a light in a troubled world. I want my music to make people feel less alone,” Jenna said.
