Around the time rising artist Chayne was born, pop-punk music was exploding into the mainstream, blending the raw energy of punk rock with radio-friendly hooks. Artists like Avril Lavigne, Blink-182, and mid-career P!nk led the charge on Billboard’s Hot 100 chart.
Lately, the sound has experienced a bit of a rebirth, and you can hear it in Chayne’s new single “Don’t Make Me Laugh.”
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She’s only 17, but rising artist Chayne is carving out her space in the pop landscape with an unmistakable sound and sharp lyrical edge. Born in the UK in 2007 and raised in Southern France from age five, the bilingual singer-songwriter seamlessly blends British and French influences into her music, giving her songs a distinctive flair that sets her apart. With her fourth single, “Don’t Make Me Laugh,” Chayne delivers a biting, infectious track that takes a cynical look at disingenuous relationships—whether a lover with questionable motives or a music industry figure who talks a big game.
From a young age, Chayne immersed herself in music, teaching herself to write and record using her family’s equipment. By 2020, she developed a unique sound that would define her musical voice. With a discography of increasingly confident and vibrant tracks to support them, she demonstrates that she is not simply another pop newcomer—she is a serious contender with something to say.
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“Don’t Make Me Laugh” is an earworm built around Chayne’s commanding, expressive vocals and memorable hook. The track’s swirling lead guitars, punchy percussion, and slick, modern production give it an alt-pop edge while nodding to the nostalgia of early to mid-2000s pop-rock anthems. It’s the kind of song that’s both radio-ready and packed with personality, a balance that has become Chayne’s signature.
Speaking about the inspiration behind the track, Chayne shares, “‘Don’t Make Me Laugh’ is about how sometimes the people closest to you aren’t completely honest and might blur the truth to their own ends. I think it’s called manipulation—ha ha!” The track’s tongue-in-cheek approach to deception and power dynamics makes it relatable and refreshingly self-aware.
With her skill at crafting infectious melodies and clever lyrics, Chayne is a star in the making and a performer with staying power. “Don’t Make Me Laugh” has echoes of Indy-rock and pop-punk and is simply a hint of the work to come. If this song is anything to judge by, her future is bright.
