Julia Michaels is here to remind us all why she’s one of the baddest, boldest voices in pop music. The multi-diamond and platinum-certified songwriter-turned-pop-powerhouse just dropped the music video for her latest single, “GFY”, and—brace yourself—it’s an unhinged, vengeful fever dream in the best way possible.
Directed by Claire Bishara, with creative direction by Blythe Thomas, the visual takes Michaels’ signature razor-sharp lyricism and transforms it into a full-blown cinematic revenge fantasy. Spoiler alert: an imaginary ex-boyfriend gets what’s coming to him. Think bright colors, big energy, and a whole lot of payback.
And because Julia Michaels never does just one thing at a time, she also hit The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon with Maren Morris for a stunning “GFY”/”Scissors” medley that had the crowd screaming.
“GFY” Music Video: A Revenge Fantasy in High Definition
In “GFY” (which, let’s be honest, stands for exactly what you think it does), Michaels embraces her petty era and absolutely thrives in it. The video is a candy-coated nightmare, where our girl goes full psycho-ex on an ex who probably had it coming.
From the opening scene, it’s clear this isn’t going to be your standard breakup anthem. Instead, it’s an explosive, almost cartoonish revenge flick where Michaels unleashes her fury in a way that’s somehow both hilarious and deeply relatable. Colorful chaos? Check. High-fashion unbothered energy? Double check. A middle finger in song form? Triple check.
The video’s aesthetic is over-the-top and campy in the best way possible, making it a visual feast that you cannot look away from. Fans have already taken to social media to declare it one of Michaels’ most iconic moments yet.
A “Tonight Show” Performance That Had Us Gagged
As if dropping a fire music video wasn’t enough, Julia Michaels decided to shut down late-night TV, too. She hit The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon with Maren Morris, where the two performed a “GFY”/”Scissors” medley—and let’s just say, it was nothing short of legendary.
Michaels and Morris together? Absolute perfection. They brought the kind of raw, emotional, yet effortlessly cool energy that makes a live performance unforgettable. The vocals? Insane. The chemistry? Immaculate. The attitude? Off the damn charts.
Fans were living for the duo’s electric stage presence, and critics were quick to praise the performance as one of the best live moments of the year so far. It was the perfect mix of Michaels’ edgy pop stylings and Morris’ country-meets-alt flair, proving once again that these two are a match made in musical heaven.
The Legacy of a Pop Powerhouse
If you’ve somehow just started paying attention to Julia Michaels, welcome to the party—you’re late.
Michaels has spent the last decade shaping the sound of modern pop music, penning hits for Dua Lipa, Ed Sheeran, Justin Bieber, Selena Gomez, Shawn Mendes, P!NK, Britney Spears, and so many more. If you’ve ever screamed the lyrics to “Sorry” (Bieber), “Lose You to Love Me” (Gomez), or “If the World Was Ending” (JP Saxe), congrats—you’ve been living in Julia Michaels’ world all along.
With 13+ billion primary artist streams, 60+ billion credited streams, 18 RIAA Diamond certifications, 194 Platinum accreditations, and five Grammy nominations, Michaels has the receipts to back up her reign. And now, with this new era of unapologetic, independent artistry, she’s proving that she’s not just here to write hits for others—she’s here to own the spotlight herself.
What’s Next for Julia Michaels?
With the success of “GFY” and her recent singles “Heaven II” and “Scissors,” Michaels is officially in her don’t-mess-with-me era—and fans are absolutely here for it.
While there’s no official word yet on whether these songs are leading to a full album (manifesting), one thing is clear: Julia Michaels is not playing around. She’s giving us bangers, bold visuals, and boundary-pushing performances, and we’re eating it all up.
So, if you haven’t watched the “GFY” video yet, go do that. If you missed her and Maren Morris setting “The Tonight Show” stage on fire, fix that mistake immediately. And if you’re still sleeping on Julia Michaels? Honey, it’s time to wake up.
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