| ＂ | It was a setting I was in last year and I remember going to the studio, and I was so mad. And I started screaming at the microphone, and I was just like "Maybe you're the problem". You know? And you know the saying when someone's breaking up with you or you're breaking up with them and they're like "It's not you, it's me"? No, no, no, it's you, and it's not me. I put that in the bridge because I was like "It's so real, it's so real, it's actually you, it's not me, and it's toxic, and I'm done." | ＂ |
"Maybe You're The Problem" is a song by American singer Ava Max. It was released on April 28, 2022, through Atlantic Records as the lead single from her second studio album Diamonds & Dancefloors.
Background[]
The song was originally registered to ASCAP and GEMA on January 3, 2022.
On February 27, 2022, Max teased a potential music video for the song. It was later confirmed that the music video would be directed by Joseph Kahn, who previously directed the music video for her song "Torn".
On March 2, 2022, "Maybe You're the Problem" was added to YouTube's copyright system. Later that day, Max confirmed at the Billboard's Women in Music event that it was to be released as the lead single to her second studio album later that month.
On April 14, 2022, Max took to social media to reveal that the song would officially release later that month on April 28, 2022, accompanied by a snippet of the song as well as the official single artwork.
Track Listing[]
- Digital download and streaming
- "Maybe You're The Problem" – 3:10
- Digital download and streaming – MOTi remix
- "Maybe You're The Problem - MOTi Remix" – 2:45
- "Maybe You're The Problem" – 3:10
- Digital download and streaming – Crush Club remix
- "Maybe You're The Problem - Crush Club Remix" – 3:02
- "Maybe You're The Problem" – 3:10
- Digital download and streaming – Las Bibas From Vizcaya remix
- "Maybe You're The Problem - Las Bibas From Vizcaya Remix" – 4:05
- "Maybe You're The Problem" – 3:10
Music Video[]
The music video, directed by Joseph Kahn, depicts Ava sunbathing in the snow while in an arcade game skiing. The music video was released on the same day the song was released.
Song Meaning[]
Ava Max sets the stage by portraying a relationship where one partner consistently shifts blame onto the other. The lyrics hint at a pattern of behavior where the protagonist is made to feel at fault for everything.
The emotional journey of the song's lyrics delves into the frustration and realization of being in a toxic relationship. The protagonist expresses the emotional toll of constantly being made to feel responsible for the problems in the relationship.
Through 'Maybe You're The Problem,' Ava Max conveys a message of self-empowerment and standing up against emotional manipulation. The song highlights the importance of introspection and recognizing one's own worth in the face of gaslighting behavior.
In conclusion, 'Maybe You're The Problem' serves as a powerful anthem for anyone who has experienced being unfairly blamed in a relationship. Ava Max's bold lyrics and empowering message resonate with listeners, urging them to reassess their situations and prioritize self-respect.
Acoustic Version[]
Max teased an acoustic version of the song, but it was scrapped for unknown reasons.
Lyrics[]
[Verse 1]
Always say you love me, but you
Always make it all about you
'Specially when you've had a few, oh, oh yeah
All the things I heard from your ex
Now they make a whole lot of sense
Already feel bad for your next
They have to put up with you, oh yeah
[Pre-Chorus]
Worked on myself, opened my eyes
You hate my friends, turns out they were right
It takes two to make it all go right
[Chorus]
But with you, it's always my fault
And your short fuse, just like a timebomb
And I think you should take a second just to look at your reflection
Baby, maybe you'rе the problem
Oh, can you, you see a pattern?
Your point of viеw, got it all backwards
You should take your little finger and just point it in the mirror
Baby, maybe you're the problem
[Post-Chorus]
You should take your little finger, and just point it in the mirror
Baby, maybe you're the problem
[Verse 2]
Ego always doin' the most
Out of touch and not even close
Drama always follows you home
But I won't be waitin' no more
[Pre-Chorus]
Worked on myself, opened my eyes
You hate my friends, turns out they were right
It takes two to make it all go right
[Chorus]
But with you, it's always my fault
And your short fuse, just like a timebomb
And I think you should take a second just to look at your reflection
Baby, maybe you're the problem
Oh, can you, you see a pattern?
Your point of view, got it all backwards
You should take your little finger and just point it in the mirror
Baby, maybe you're the problem
[Post-Chorus]
You should take your little finger and just point it in the mirror
Baby, maybe you're the problem
[Bridge]
It's not me, it's you
It's not me, it's you
It's not me, it's you
[Chorus]
But with you, it's always my fault
And your short fuse, just like a timebomb
And I think you should take a second just to look at your reflection
Baby, maybe you're the problem
Oh, can you, you see a pattern?
Your point of view, got it all backwards
You should take your little finger and just point it in the mirror
Baby, maybe you're the problem (Oh)
[Post-Chorus]
You should take your little finger and just point it in the mirror
Baby, maybe you're the problem (Hey, hey, hey, hey)
Trivia[]
- In an interview with Apple Music, Max stated that the song was written in an hour.[citation needed]
- The single had an official promotional game before ultimately being taken down.
Gallery[]
Behind The Scenes[]
References[]
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| Diamonds & Dancefloors Navigation | |
| Links | Album Information • Shop Music • 12 Days of Diamonds & Dancefloors • Album Photoshoot |
| Songs | Million Dollar Baby • Sleepwalker • Maybe You're The Problem • Ghost • Hold Up (Wait A Minute) • Weapons • Diamonds & Dancefloors • In The Dark • Turn Off The Lights • One Of Us • Get Outta My Heart • Cold As Ice • Last Night On Earth • Dancing's Done |
| Outtakes | 2 Sides • Awake or Dreaming • Born in America • Climb • Crazy About Me • Crying on Camera • Dance For Our Lives • Dancing Feet Don't Cry • Die Alive • Easy • Heartbreak Boulevard • How Can I Dance • Jane • Just Cuz I'm a Woman • Maniac • Never Be Yours • One Night • On My Own • Opposites Attract • Phenomenon • Power • Rich As Fuck • Rock My Body • Scandalous • She's Back • SLAM • Stay Away From Me • Take It All • Time Bomb • Violin (Demo) • What Girls Want • Woman's World • Wrong Time • Unknown Khalid Collaboration |
| Artists | Ava Max |