Troye Sivan’s “She’s the Best” Explores the Depth of Platonic Love

For many, the most significant relationships in life are not found in romance, but in the enduring bonds of friendship. In his latest single and title track, Troye Sivan explores this sentiment with “She’s the Best,” a song that captures the candor, awe, and occasional hyperbole inherent in deep platonic love. The track serves as a meditation on the foundational role female friends play in the lives of gay men, acting as a safe harbor before the complexities of romantic life take hold.

Musically, the track is a masterclass in atmosphere. Sivan delivers his lyrics with a drowsy, intimate quality, painting a portrait of a woman who is both relatable and larger-than-life. With lines like, “Night owl and somehow an early bird / She kind of just stays perpetually tired,” he grounds the song in reality, while the trip-hop-inflected beat creates a cyclical, hypnotic rhythm that mirrors the comfort of a long-term friendship.

The Hyperbole of Intimacy

There is a specific, recognizable tenor to the way Sivan approaches his subject. He oscillates between treating his friend like a pop icon and acknowledging the quiet, everyday moments that define their connection. When he sings about “Eyeliner in her waterline and some contour on her tits,” he touches on the performative nature of modern adoration—the way we “stan” the people we love most. It is a nod to the extremes of queer culture, where a simple hangout can feel like an “everything” moment.

The accompanying music video further elevates this narrative, featuring a cast of icons including Nicole Kidman, internet personality Blizzy McGuire, and photographer Anna Bloda. The inclusion of Kidman, whom Sivan has admired since his childhood viewing of Moulin Rouge, adds a layer of meta-commentary to the song. Yet, despite the star power, the video remains anchored in the song’s inherent softness and warmth.