Fake Friends by Julia Kate describes the struggle with fake friendships bluntly. The song articulates the feelings of frustration that arise from a person going through life and realizing that everyone around them only pretends to care. Julia captivates her audience by emphasizing her anguish when she feels surrounded by friends yet is still completely alone, especially in today’s world which prioritizes looks over any strong relationships. 

Phone addiction is a worrying practice these days which many can relate to and which eliminates engaging conversations. Julia uses this example to criticize friends who consider themselves supportive but do not bother to even attend the party in real life. These betrayals of minor character make Julia reflect on how some people actually derive Leech off her status without caring about her. 

With Julia’s lyrics in the chorus, the feeling of deep disappointment is further reinforced and the decision to cut off lies programmed on her makes it clear that she is done with fake people. Julia states that toxic people now add to her reality and not enhance it as they did once. Which further asserts her as a strong woman ready to take on the fake world. 

The fact that Julia is prioritizing herself over fake friends by the end of this song strongly amplifies her choice in distancing herself from toxic relationships. The lyrics are uncomplicated, sincere, and touch the heart, which makes “Fake Friends” a song that resonates well with anyone who has been disappointed by people they intended to trust.