Who is Kate Linn? The artist behind the viral dance hit ‘Dame Un Grrr’

Even if you don’t know Kate Linn by name, chances are you’ve heard her voice or caught yourself mimicking that “grrr” in front of the mirror. That’s the power of a perfectly timed pop release. Kate Linn has roared onto global playlists with a track that's impossible to ignore. Her latest single, Dame Un Grrr, dropped on June 20, 2025, via Universal Music Romania and Creator Records, and it’s already taken over the internet and how!

Why is Dame Un Grr trending?

The Spanish-English bop has sparked a wildfire of dance challenges, makeup transitions, and all-out energy across social media. Over 10 million TikTok users have jumped on the trend, using the sound in their videos, and it’s only growing owing to its fun, feisty, and built-for-the-algorithm kind of beat.

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Dame Un Grr is a collab between Kate Linn and producer Fantomel, who’s known for his mysterious masked look. Together, they’ve cooked up a playful, high-energy anthem that has Linn’s Balkan-pop roots with Fantomel’s punchy beats. And it works. The “grrr” chorus is instantly stuck in your head and hard to ignore as well, thanks to its social media virality.

Wondering what the title means? We got you. The phrase Dame Un Grr is Spanish for 'Give me a grr'. That 'grr' is a playful, flirty, fun growl and is made to grab attention, just like the track itself. Watch Dame Un Grr song's video here:


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All about Kate Linn

Kate Linn, whose real name is Catalina Ioana Oteleanu, is no stranger to viral moments. She’s been a mainstay in the Eastern European and Middle Eastern pop scene with hits like Your Love, Thunderlike, and Chiki Chiki. She’s also teamed up with big names like Chris Thrace and Anthony Keyrouz.

Kate Linn's earlier years were spent in Romania, where she mastered her craft by listening to both Balkan folk and modern pop. Post the release of Dame Un Grr, the singer shared a heartfelt note with her fans, and wrote, “I hope this song reminds you to always believe in your dreams. Dame Un Grrr is a dream come true for us and it’s all thanks to your love and support.”


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