While "Princesses Don't Cry" first appeared on her 2017 album Songs About Boys , its major success arrived two years later.
: Driven by its social media popularity, the song reached #2 on Spotify’s Global Viral Chart and has since surpassed 400 million streams across platforms. CARYS - Princesses Dont Cry - Music
: The lyrics were partly inspired by a past relationship where a partner called her "princess" while trying to force her into a submissive role that didn't fit her personality. The Viral Renaissance While "Princesses Don't Cry" first appeared on her
: It has achieved Gold certification in Canada and Brazil, and Platinum status in India. About the Artist CARYS - Princesses Dont Cry - Music
The song is a critique of the "perfect girl" stereotype and the pressure to maintain a stoic, "royal" facade.