Boys Like You - Meiia

Boys Like You, Meiia’s crisp, melodic vocals cut through minimal backing, captivating with clarity, charm, and emotional pull.

Boys Like You by Meiia is a sleek and emotionally resonant alt-pop track that explores the sting of being ghosted and the quiet strength it takes to move forward. Built around a minimal but intentional arrangement, the song begins with a rhythmic pull in the verses, anchored by simple yet effective drum patterns and staccato, punchy vocals that cut with precision. As the track unfolds, Meiia masterfully transitions into legato phrasing at the end of each section, softening the edges and preparing the ground for the chorus to bloom. There’s a tension and release dynamic woven into the structure that mirrors the emotional push and pull of the narrative itself.

"You know how to leave me baby. Why don’t you go? You’re making it my issue all because you can’t take. A. No.”

Meiia’s vocal performance is the anchor of the song, carrying both frustration and empowerment with subtle shifts in tone. The drums adopt a more forward driving, push feel in the choruses, creating a contrast that gives her melodic lines even more impact. Her voice carves out its own rhythm, precise and deliberate in the verses, then smooth and assured as it flows through the chorus. Lyrically, Boys Like You walks the line between hurt and healing, telling the story of someone learning from the past and vowing not to fall into the same trap again. It’s a song about reclaiming power, blending dramatic flair with a steady, grounded sense of conviction.

Review by James Theocharous