Southstar - Miss You Page

: After being shared by rapper Young Hearn on Instagram, the song exploded on TikTok , where its energetic, melancholic beat became a staple for short-form content.

: Recognizing its potential, B1 Records (a Sony Music imprint) helped Southstar clear the publishing rights with the original "Jerk" songwriters—including Oliver Tree and Marshmello —leading to an official re-release in July 2022. The Industry Controversy

Musically, the track is characterized by its and emotional resonance . By speeding up Tree's original vocals, Southstar transformed a moody pop-rock song into a "fun dance track" that captured the "speed-up" trend dominating music streaming in the early 2020s.

: While the Robin Schulz version featured Oliver Tree’s original vocals, Southstar was eventually forced to re-record the vocals with a different singer to resolve licensing issues.

: The situation highlighted the tension between independent creators and major-label powerhouses, with many fans viewing the second release as an attempt to divert revenue from a young, independent artist. Musical Impact and Style

Southstar’s "Miss You" remains a landmark track for its sound and as a cautionary tale of the importance of in the era of viral music.