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Justine Tyrell’s ‘PROUD’: A Soulful Ode to Love and Growth in R&B

Kay Blair
3 min readMar 17, 2025

Justine Tyrell, Canadian R&B darling we’ve been watching, just dropped another banger called ‘PROUD’. And trust, it’s got me in my feelings. This joint ain’t just a song; it’s a whole vibe, a love letter straight from the heart. Let’s break it down and see why this track is about to be on repeat for days.

First things first, can we talk about that beat? It’s giving me all the Lofi feels. That old piano sound, where you can practically hear the fingers hitting the keys, it’s sonically pleasing to hear. It’s the kind of sound that makes you wanna curl up with your boo and just vibe out. Justine knows how to set the mood, and she is not playing around.

Now, let’s get into these vocals. Justine’s layering game is strong, stacking her voice like a pro. It’s reminiscent of her work in “Ghost Town,” where she gave us those Chloe x Halle vibes with her harmonies. The way she’s singing about her man, how he’s lifted her up, it’s clear this ain’t just another love song. It’s a testimony.

Remember when we talked about “Ghost Town”? That track had us all in our feelings, talking about loneliness and reaching out to someone who never answers. But ‘PROUD’ is showing us a whole new side of Justine. It’s like we’re seeing her growth in real-time. From feeling alone in a crowd to feeling uplifted by…

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Kay Blair
Kay Blair

Written by Kay Blair

I write about Music, Culture, and Experiences.

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