Giselle Breaks the Chains with “School’s Out”

Rising pop punk artist Giselle is stepping into the spotlight with her most personal and powerful release yet—“School’s Out”, a fiery anthem that confronts the dark reality of bullying while celebrating hard-earned freedom and resilience.

Originally from Boston and raised in Buffalo, NY, Giselle’s journey to Los Angeles wasn’t just a relocation—it was a bold leap of faith. Since moving west at 21, she’s been grinding in the city’s music scene, performing at some of its most iconic venues including The Hotel Cafe, The Mint, iHeart Radio, Whisky a Go Go, and Hotel Ziggy. With a multi-instrumentalist edge—she plays piano, drums, guitar, violin, and ukulele—Giselle’s not just a performer, she’s a creative force.

With “School’s Out,” Giselle pulls from her own painful experiences to speak out on an issue that affects far too many: bullying. But this isn’t a ballad about defeat—this is a full-throttle, no-holds-barred pop punk statement of survival. From playgrounds to college campuses to toxic workplaces, the track confronts the lingering scars of cruelty and exclusion while turning the page to a new chapter of power and pride.

“I felt called to share some of my story in this song and music video because sadly, bullying isn’t something that just stops when we become adults. It still happens in college, in the workplace, within our own families.”

Driven by searing guitar riffs, punchy drums, and vocals that cut deep with emotion and conviction, “School’s Out” hits like a sonic liberation. It’s a song that screams for anyone who’s ever been underestimated, dismissed, or told they couldn’t make it—because Giselle did, and she’s using her voice to remind others that they can too.

“I hope this song becomes an anthem for others who are going through or have gone through bullying. That when they finish listening, they feel a sense of victory and know they WILL prevail.”

With raw honesty and punk attitude, Giselle isn’t just telling her story—she’s starting a movement. “School’s Out” is more than a song. It’s a reckoning.

“School’s Out” is such a powerful anthem—what was the moment or memory that sparked the idea to turn your personal story into this song?

Thank you so much!! Ironically enough, it’s always something I’ve wanted to talk about musically, but never have. What sparked it was this: I was looking at Peerspace to see sets, there was no particular reason, I was just being nosy.

But then I saw the set (that you’ll see in the news music) and it sparked a thought in my brain, “whoa! What if I write a song called School’s Out?” So I saved the space, opened my notes app, and wrote the lyrics for the song. It came to me so easily! Same with the melody and the pop punk concept! 

Years of bullying helped craft this song. Of course, I don’t dive into all of the things that happened to me. This song just scratches the surface. But I knew it was something that could touch so many people. And I also felt it would be a beautiful way to pay tribute to my inner child. 

You mention that bullying doesn’t just end after childhood. How do you think adult bullying shows up differently, and why is it important we talk about it?

It definitely doesn’t, unfortunately. We see it in settings such as college, workplaces, in our own families, and sometimes even in “friend” groups. It takes shape in all those ways AND online. It’s so important we discuss these because I feel like, as adults, we still need help coming forward and speaking up when things like this happen to us.

As an adult, it can feel more confusing in a way because we tend to think, “this doesn’t happen to adults.” But it does, and if we start discussing it more, I believe more people will feel confident to reach out for help and to speak up!

The energy in this track is fierce—did writing and recording “School’s Out” feel like a form of release or healing for you?

Thank you!! It’s most definitely did. It felt so empowering!

You’ve played some iconic venues in L.A.—how has performing live helped shape your identity as an artist and storyteller?

I’ve been so fortunate! I absolutely love performing. It makes my soul so happy and full. I’d definitely say it’s inspired me even more and shaped me into an even stronger artist and storyteller than I was before! 

If someone listens to “School’s Out” while feeling like they’re at rock bottom, what do you hope they walk away with after hearing it?

I truly hope that they feel a sense of encouragement from the song. I hope it reminds them just how badass they are and it lifts their spirit!