The multi-platinum artist, Benee, is back with a new single called “Sad Boii.”
This notably marks the first release from the New Zealand-born and Los Angeles-based singer and songwriter since 2023, and it also heralds more music to come soon. The song is released alongside the music video, directed by Nikki Milan Houston
On this highly anticipated release, Benee leaps forward by looking back, nodding to a formative musical memory in the process. The track captures the breezy energy of a New Zealand summer into its loosely strummed guitar chords and island-inspired beat. At the same time, the sun-kissed soundscape only gives her lyrics more gravity. Over the production’s buoyant bounce, she exhales, “No, I don’t want another sad boiii.” As always, her dynamic approach simply enchants.
About the song, Benee shares, “I tried to write a summery and happy tune with a dark meaning. I’d go to local festivals as a kid, and I wanted to capture the vibe of the outdoor setting. A lot of New Zealand music has a reggae energy, which is very nostalgic for me.”
” Lyrically, ‘Sad Boiii’ is about being in a relationship where you’re pissed off with the other person because he has a façade going on. Even though he pretends to be tough, he’s just another damaged boy who needs help,” she continues.
BENEE’s currently supporting Wallows on their Model Tour in venues across North America, which will conclude next week on September 12th at Los Angeles’ The Kia Forum. Up next, she will join Olivia Rodrigo on the Australian leg of her GUTS Tour this October.
