A lowered-pitch edit for those who want to lean even further into the moody aesthetic. The Verdict
Providing a "blackened influence" that grounds the track in a modern electronic soundscape. Why Mona Wannabe
A nightcore-adjacent take that has racked up nearly 40 million streams on Spotify . A lowered-pitch edit for those who want to
Joanna Jones’ delivery injects a haunting feeling that makes the lyrics about friendship and desire feel more like a pact than a party. 3. The Viral Evolution Joanna Jones’ delivery injects a haunting feeling that
It became a staple for dance challenges and "animation memes".
Reviewers have described the track as " Spice Girls with less spice ," but in the best way possible. The song swaps out the original’s frenetic energy for:
Why Mona’s "Wannabe" works because it respects the original's message of self-empowerment and friendship while reimagining it for a generation that prefers their pop with a side of "sleek and sexy" gloom. It’s a masterclass in how to take a classic and make it feel entirely new.