Julia Raye – Give You Up: Rising pop sensation Julia Raye has released her latest single, “Give You Up.” The track delves into the emotional turmoil of falling for someone who’s clearly not right for you. “It’s a song about that one guy you know is bad for you, but you just can’t help falling for,” Julia reveals. “You can really hear the range of emotions play out in real time. It’s confident, sassy, fun, and honest.”
Produced by Bret “Epic” Mazur (known for his work with Crazy Town, Prince, and Black Eyed Peas), “Give You Up” is a swaggering, radio-ready pop anthem that highlights Julia’s impressive vocal range. The single follows her previous release, “Expectations,” a captivating R&B-pop gem that received acclaim from Sweety High and Stage Right Secrets.
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A native of Long Island, New York, 23-year-old Julia Raye has been immersed in performance from a young age. She grew up dancing, singing, and participating in local musical theater productions. By age 17, she had already performed in over twenty musical theater shows and collaborated with the New York All State Choir and ACDA All National Choir. Julia continued her education in vocal performance at the University of Michigan, where she had the opportunity to learn from George Shirley, a trailblazer in opera who was the first African-American to perform at the Metropolitan Opera.
Beyond her classical training, Julia has always been drawn to pop and R&B music, citing Beyoncé and Ariana Grande as major influences. With her own project, she blends her operatic vocals with personal storytelling and infectious pop melodies, creating a distinctive sound all her own.
