Carys - Princesses Don't Cry - Official Music Video May 2026

: Repeats the titular mantra "princesses don't cry" as a defiant statement of resilience, even if it is a facade she is trying to break.

The song explores the societal expectation that women should be poised and resilient, even when facing significant emotional pain. CARYS - Princesses Don't Cry - Official Music Video

: It depicts a girl who is resilient despite facing challenges from boys who try to "tame" or criticize her. : Repeats the titular mantra "princesses don't cry"

: The lyrics "so heavy the crown / they carry it tall but it’s weighing me down" illustrate the exhausting burden of trying to appear strong for others. : The lyrics "so heavy the crown /

"Princesses Don't Cry" by CARYS (the stage name for Canadian artist Aviva Mongillo) is a dark-pop anthem centered on the and the pressure to maintain a "perfect" facade. Core Meaning and Themes

: CARYS wrote the song for girls who walk away from unhealthy relationships, noting that while it may seem "cold," it is an act of avoiding self-abandonment. Lyrical Breakdown

According to Genius and Musixmatch , the song follows a standard verse-chorus structure: