Olivia Dean is back with a brand-new single, and she’s asking a simple but oh-so-important question: “What if we were just nice to each other?” Let that sink in for a second. ‘Nice To Each Other’ is the kind of track that gently grabs your hand and walks you through the wild terrain of modern romance … complicated, sweet, a little messy, but ultimately and entirely human. The single drops just after we enjoyed the modern love story of Bridget Jones: Mad About The Boy, with Olivia as the soundtrack. The new single features Olivia reuniting with longtime collaborator Matt Hales, alongside Zach Nahome, bringing that signature Dean softness to a sparkling, guitar-led groove.
Olivia Dean Is The New Classic
From the very first line, “Here we are, back again, fighting what’s in front of me,” Olivia captures that push and pull we’ve all felt. Wanting someone, but not wanting to lose yourself. The relationship she sings about lives in that in-between space. There’s so much vulnerability tucked into the humor. Yes, we’re referencing lyrics like “I’ll probably crash your stupid car.” And there’s a refreshing dose of realism when she sings, “I don’t want a boyfriend.” ‘Nice To Each Other’ isn’t your typical love song; it’s an invitation to let love be softer, freer, and more honest.
One Take Masterpiece
The single comes with a stunning one-take music video directed by Jake Erland, where Olivia meanders through an ever-shifting world that follows her lead. It’s light, stylish, and powerful. The video carries that easy vibe she sings about in the song, and feels so wonderfully Olivia Dean, we absolutely adore it!
Rewriting What Relationships Mean
One lyric we simply have to talk about is: “You know I’ve done all the classic stuff, and it never works, you know it.” This line feels like the heartbreak of the whole song, in our opinion. Olivia clearly isn’t interested in playing by the rulebook anymore. No grand declarations, no forced labels. Instead, she suggests a quieter kind of connection. It’s about showing up as you are and letting the small things like late-night talks, patience, and playfulness do the heavy lifting.
A New Era: The Art of Loving
‘Nice To Each Other’ kicks off The Art of Loving era, Olivia’s highly anticipated second album, dropping on September 26th. We couldn’t be more excited to see what she has in store! It’s hard to believe this is only her second full-length project. She’s already carved out a unique sound and secured her spot in the industry. The Art of Loving promises to be a tender, thoughtful dive into love in all its forms, and honestly, we already know we’re going to love it.
Olivia Dean’s ‘Nice To Each Other’ feels like a song made for right now, but it could belong to any era. In a world full of chaos, ghosting, and situationships, Olivia reminds us to do one simple thing: just be a little nicer to each other. That’s what makes it a classic we’ll keep coming back to. So, did you manage to grab tickets to Olivia Dean’s Across The Atlantic Tour? How excited are you to hear ‘Nice To Each Other’ live? Let us know in the comments or tweet us @TheHoneyPOP! We are also on Facebook, Instagram, and Discord. We would love to hear from you!
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