Renee Rapp's "Leave Me Alone" Ushers in a Bold New Sound
Reneé Rapp has kicked off her next musical chapter with “Leave Me Alone,” the lead single from her upcoming sophomore album Bite Me. Marking her first solo release since her 2023 debut album Snow Angel and her 2024 Mean Girls soundtrack contribution “Not My Fault,” the track distinctly showcases Rapp’s evolution as an artist.
Renee Rapp, “Leave Me Alone” | Interscope Records
“Leave Me Alone” fuses pop-punk grit with a danceable, club-ready beat, creating a sound that’s both fun and defiant. Rapp’s vocals carry a confident edge, with lyrics like “Party in the hills, people trying to talk business / Leave me alone, bitch, I wanna have fun” setting the tone for a track that’s all about embracing freedom and shrugging off expectations. The production, helmed by Omer Fedi, Julian Bunetta, and Alexander 23, incorporates funky instrumentals and spontaneous background laughter, giving the song a loose, after-hours vibe that feels like a night out in musical form. The music video complements this energy, featuring Rapp in a surreal, chaotic party-turned-pillow-fight that gets a little bloody.
Tonally, it shifts away from the emotional depth of Snow Angel toward a more carefree, unfiltered sound, reflecting Rapp’s desire to prioritize self-expression over industry pressures. And overall, “Leave Me Alone” is a spirited anthem that invites listeners to dive into Rapp’s world of youthful rebellion and unapologetic fun. Rapp’s album Bite Me, set for release on August 1, 2025, via Interscope Records.
