By Colin 
Fleur Rouge opens a new chapter with the release of her cathartic new single ‘Homesick’, out 25th July. Known for her femme-fatale energy and technicolour future-pop sound, the London-born, French-raised artist now reveals a more vulnerable side as she begins the rollout for her third project.
Written as an emotional response to her parents’ divorce, ‘Homesick’ strips back the sass and leans into raw honesty. Pairing diaristic lyrics with bright, infectious pop production, the track captures the complexity of grief, hope and emotional split. A mid-verse switch to French adds an intimate layer, offering a nod to her dual heritage and grounding the song in personal truth.
“This song is about the frustration I felt as a teenager,” Fleur explains. “I knew my parents would be happier separated, but the loneliness and fear of watching your family come undone is something you can’t prepare for. It felt like nobody around me understood.”
The track builds on the deeply personal themes introduced in her April EP Wish You The Worst, which tackled everything from social anxiety to online dating and betrayal. Where songs like ‘Trust Fund Baby’ and ‘Scumbag’ lashed out with unapologetic fury, ‘Homesick’ channels that same directness into something softer and more reflective.
A bold and personal pivot
That shift shows artistic growth. ‘Homesick’ retains Fleur’s signature edge but brings emotional depth to the forefront. Its bright production doesn’t mask the pain; instead, it carries it forward in ways that feel both accessible and sincere. The result is a track that broadens her sonic palette while deepening her emotional reach.
Fleur continues to carve out her own space in the alt-pop landscape with a growing catalogue of boundary-pushing releases. Her songwriting blends fearless honesty with pop ambition, balancing vulnerability and self-awareness with ease. With each new track, she reveals more of herself, building a sound that’s as emotionally resonant as it is stylish. ‘Homesick’ marks a clear next step, hinting at a more personal direction for what’s to come.
Review
‘Homesick’ is a sharp turn inward for Fleur Rouge, and it lands beautifully. The production sparkles, but never overshadows the message. Her choice to write so directly about her family gives the track a heavy emotional weight, made even more poignant by her shift between English and French.
This is not a song built for pity. It’s honest, layered and catchy enough to stick. With ‘Homesick’, Fleur Rouge proves she is just as compelling when she steps away from provocation and leans into vulnerability. It is a confident, emotionally intelligent pivot from an artist still very much in motion.