Ava Max - Maybe Youвђ™re The Problem (lyrics) (Cross-Platform)
Critics from The Musical Hype noted that Max "sings her face off," delivering a powerful, "sublime" vocal performance over the exuberant production. Critical and Commercial Reception
The lyrics highlight themes of gaslighting and emotional manipulation, with Max singing about a partner who consistently shifts blame. Lines like "All the things I heard from your ex / Now they make a whole lot of sense" emphasize the realization that her ex's toxic behavior was a long-standing pattern. Ava Max - Maybe You’re The Problem (Lyrics)
Produced by long-time collaborator , alongside Jonas Jeberg and Abraham Dertner , the track is a "deliriously catchy" blend of several genres: Critics from The Musical Hype noted that Max
The song heavily utilizes pulsating 80s synths, drawing comparisons to The Weeknd's "Blinding Lights" and Dua Lipa's "Physical" . " delivering a powerful