About This Song
Single Spotlight: "Stateside" by PinkPantheress
Released on April 25, 2025, "Stateside" serves as the standout second single from PinkPantheress's sophomore mixtape, Fancy That. Published via Warner Records, the track solidified her reputation for blending nostalgic electronic textures with modern pop sensibilities.
Production & Artistry
The song’s polished yet high-energy sound is the result of a heavyweight collaboration. The production team included:
- PinkPantheress
- Aksel Arvid
- Jkarri
- Harrison Patrick Smith (who also co-wrote the track alongside Caroline Ailin and Karen Poole)
Sound and Sentiment
Musically, "Stateside" is a high-octane fusion of Big Beat and Drum and Bass, anchored by smooth R&B undertones. Lyrically, it captures the fluttery, anxious adrenaline of a new crush—specifically the "early stages" where everything feels both exciting and uncertain.
Chart Performance
The track was a massive commercial success across Europe and Oceania:
| Country | Peak Position |
|---|---|
| United Kingdom | No. 3 |
| Ireland | No. 3 |
| New Zealand | No. 5 |
| Germany | No. 8 |
| Austria | No. 10 |
The Remix
Following its initial success, a new version featuring Swedish pop star Zara Larsson was released on January 16, 2026. This collaboration was later featured on the remix project, Fancy Some More?.