Jordan Anthony calls out all the avoidant girlies with “Missing Me”

It has been a hot minute since a song has hit hard enough to be deemed my next scream-sing-in-the-car-with-the-windows-down anthem. But Jordan Anthony’s “Missing Me” might give Taylor Swift a run for her money in my playlist.

It is no surprise that Australian-born, Nashville-based Anthony is no stranger to the spotlight. After an impressive run as a finalist on The Voice Australia in 2019 and stealing the audience’s heart by reaching the Top 14 on American Idol in 2024, Anthony has mastered what it means to be a global pop star. He knows how to create a hit that is both cinematic, painting the gut-wrenching story in your head as you listen, and radio-ready.

“Missing Me” is a testament to his talent. He carves out your heart while showcasing his gift and growth as a storyteller and a powerhouse of a vocalist. Written in Nashville with collaborators Todd Tran, Joe Tounge, and Chase Cimala, his new hit single is a dazzling preview of his highly anticipated debut EP.

The track is the one thing most music lovers look for: relatable. Every time you are in a different mood- lovey-dovey, down in the dumps, or floating on sunshine- you look for a song or playlist that fits your emotions. Anthony’s “Missing Me” hits hard—an uncomfortable and unexpected run-in with an ex at a bar right after a breakup. The tale is as old as time; she acts cold, barely acknowledging he is there, but on the inside, the breakdown is closer to the surface than she shows.

It is exactly this emotional friction that fuels the track. Anthony masterfully turns this specific brand of heartache into an arena-filling anthem. Musically, “Missing Me” bridges the gap between classic, emotionally driven pop ballads and modern, radio-ready production. Anthony builds on the opening guitar with vocals that anchor the song, reaching that catchy, cathartic hook at the peak of the song that is an instant guarantee for the loop button. “Missing Me” isn’t just a song about longing; it’s a brilliant introduction to a refined new chapter for an artist destined for big stages.