“Julia Says” is a smooth, melancholic pop ballad by Wet Wet Wet, released in March 1995 as the second single from their album Picture This. The song marked a more mature and introspective sound for the band, known for their romantic and soulful style.
Lyrically, Julia Says reflects on the complexities of love and regret, with the narrator contemplating the pain of lost love and the words left unsaid. The track features a gentle, flowing melody, with warm acoustic guitars, smooth keyboards, and a subtle, jazzy groove. Marti Pellow’s soulful, expressive vocals add depth to the song’s introspective and wistful mood, making it one of the band’s most emotional and sophisticated tracks.
The song was a commercial success, reaching No. 6 on the UK Singles Chart, further proving Wet Wet Wet’s ability to craft emotionally resonant pop ballads.