“Julien” by Carly Rae Jepsen
This track is based on a heartbreak that Carly Rae Jepsen is going through. It has been postulated that she is especially reeling due to blaming this unenviable emotional state on her own actions. But according to the lyrics of the song, that does not necessarily seem to be the case. However, it should be noted that she does admit that her indecisiveness in taking the next step in the relationship has contributed to its dissolution.
Thus throughout the track, it is apparent that Carly is suffering from perpetual depression due to losing “Julien”. In fact she states that she is “haunted” by memories of the time they spent together. Since their breakup, she has “been all alone, on (her) own” literally praying for the return of her boo.
Ultimately, the sentiment being expressed is a desire by the singer for Julien to return to her arms. If not (based on the lyrics of the track) there is no indication that the singer will ever be able to get over his absence.
Facts about “Julien”
- Carly Rae Jepsen is one of five co-writers of the track, along with Jared Manierka, Ben Ruttner, Nate Cyphert and Kyle Shearer. This song was written in the Nicaraguan town of Madera Village in 2016.
- Co-writer, Kyle Shearer, also produced the song.
- “Julien” was officially released on 19 April 2019. It is the first song featured on Carly Rae Jepsen’s 2019 album Dedicated. In reference to Dedicated, Jepsen credits the song “Julien” with teaching her “the heart and direction of this album”.
- Shortly after the track was released, American singer Julien Baker joked about it actually being named after her (which it isn’t).
Did Carly Rae Jepsen release this tune as a single from Dedicated?
Yes. Other singles from this album include “No Drug Like Me” and “Now That I Found You“.
