Rising British pop artist Griff continues to make waves with the release of her new music video for “Last Night’s Mascara.” Directed by Candice Lo, the visually stunning piece turns the act of wiping away mascara into a poetic metaphor for emotional release, blurring the lines between heartache and healing.
The fan-favorite track gained momentum when Griff performed it on her own Vertigo U.S. headline tour, as well as Sabrina Carpenter’s Short ‘n Sweet Tour. However, the real stamp of approval came when Taylor Swift personally handpicked Griff to open her Wembley Stadium show in London last summer. That co-sign alone solidified her status as a rising global force.
Griff’s debut album, Vertigo, has been met with critical acclaim, firmly positioning her as the next great British pop star. More than just a collection of songs, Vertigo is an emotional coming-of-age odyssey, a sonic reflection of melancholy, disorientation, euphoria, and self-discovery.
From fashion to set design and even the recurring spiral motif that symbolizes the dizzying highs and lows of young adulthood, everything about Vertigo is intentional. The project is a raw yet empowering exploration of life’s unpredictability, turning personal chaos into a bold, vibrant source of strength.
Each track on Vertigo hits with a different kind of emotional weight. “Tears For Fun” dives into existential uncertainty, grappling with faith and the unknown while offering an uplifting sense of catharsis. Meanwhile, “Anything” bursts with euphoric energy, and “Miss Me Too” taps into fan nostalgia with an irresistible hook. The album’s title track, “Vertigo,” encapsulates the feeling of spiraling through the highs and lows of life, ultimately finding power within the chaos.
Since breaking through during the pandemic, Griff has cultivated a loyal following with her distinctive blend of thought-provoking lyrics, rich sonic textures, and immersive aesthetics. Her ability to balance introspection with pop’s grandiose emotional reach makes Vertigo a life-affirming body of work.
Griff is setting the course for the next era of British pop supremacy.
