By Colin 
LOUISE returns with ‘Don’t Call Me’, a soft but assertive single about reclaiming personal boundaries. Built on stripped-back R&B production, the track explores the quiet strength of letting go and moving forward. It is a gentle anthem of self-respect that draws its power not from volume, but from emotional clarity.
Following the vulnerable honesty of ‘Please Stay Aside’, this release marks a distinct moment of growth. There is no bitterness, no drama – only resolve. Her message is simple and direct: those who fail to show up do not get another chance. With warm, soulful vocals and honest lyrics, she channels calm confidence in every line.
‘Don’t Call Me’ is the final single ahead of her debut EP Done Being the Sad Girl, set for release on 26th September. The upcoming project will centre themes of empowerment, healing and emotional growth. While her earlier material leaned into sadness and longing, this new phase promises to highlight resilience and self-worth.
The track reflects a shift in LOUISE’s perspective as an artist. Where she once lingered in heartbreak, she now stands at the edge of recovery. There is strength in her stillness, and dignity in her delivery. This is not a dramatic goodbye, it is a measured decision made with clarity.
A new phase of honesty and empowerment
Born in France, LOUISE began playing piano at age six and quickly turned to songwriting as a way to process emotion. For her, music has always served as a form of self-therapy; a bridge between her inner world and the experiences of others. That openness has become a hallmark of her work, and it runs through everything she creates.
Her songwriting reflects the influence of artists like Jorja Smith, Frank Ocean, Mahalia and Olivia Dean. Yet her approach feels entirely personal, shaped by hours spent pulling apart lyrics and melodies as a teenager. She has carved out her own space, one where emotional honesty sits at the core.
With a delicate voice and a gift for storytelling, LOUISE continues to grow a loyal audience. Each release brings her closer to the centre of a sound she is making her own. As anticipation builds for Done Being the Sad Girl, ‘Don’t Call Me’ offers a glimpse into a more grounded, self-assured version of the artist.
She speaks not only for herself, but for anyone who has learned that walking away is sometimes the most loving choice. And she does so with a calm that leaves a lasting impression.
Review
‘Don’t Call Me’ opens with delicate birdsong, setting a peaceful, early-morning mood that mirrors the emotional clarity of the track. It simmers with quiet resolve, elevated by understated R&B production and a vocal that feels both wounded and wise. LOUISE delivers every word with purpose, never rushing to make her point. Instead, she allows each breath and pause to carry as much weight as the lyrics themselves.
The song’s refusal to escalate makes it even more affecting. There is no dramatic breakdown or climax – only the quiet strength of someone who has outgrown emotional chaos. By choosing space over conflict, LOUISE shows that self-respect can sound soft without ever feeling weak. As a final single before Done Being the Sad Girl, it leaves a lasting impression of maturity and intention.
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