Anne-Marie’s “DEPRESSED” is a strikingly candid pop single that pairs bright, hook-driven production with deeply vulnerable lyrics about mental health, pressure, and the disconnect between outward appearances and inner turmoil.

Released on 19 September 2025, the track finds the British singer-songwriter stripping back her sound to let her emotional honesty shine, with simple, everyday language that captures the paradox of “seeming fine” while feeling anything but. The clever contrast between the upbeat, almost buoyant musical backdrop and the heavy subject matter — including lines about masking sadness, fearing the outside world, and using laughter as a shield — gives the song a disarming relatability that resonates for listeners who have grappled with similar feelings.  

Visually and thematically, “DEPRESSED” leans into this juxtaposition with a vibrant music video filled with playful imagery — water balloons, dancing through London streets, and bright choreography — reinforcing the idea of smiling through pain. Critics and fans have pointed out that its brief runtime (just over two minutes) works to its advantage, delivering a punchy emotional jolt that invites repeat listens, though some wish it offered a longer arc or deeper musical development.

Lyrically and culturally, the song stands out in Anne-Marie’s catalogue as one of her most personal and socially relevant tracks, tapping into conversations around depression and everyday struggles with lucidity and grace, while reminding listeners that acknowledging vulnerability can be both empowering and unifying.