Critics praised the song for its vulnerability and "quiet strength," and it was frequently listed among the best songs of 2019. It also broke the record for the most Spotify pre-saves in 24 hours at the time of its release.

"Lose You To Love Me" is a deeply personal pop ballad by Selena Gomez, released on October 23, 2019, as the lead single from her third studio album, Rare . The song is widely recognized as a "self-love anthem" that chronicles the painful but necessary journey of moving on from a toxic relationship to rediscover one's own identity. Key Meaning & Background

Gomez co-wrote the track with frequent collaborators Julia Michaels and Justin Tranter, along with Mattman & Robin. In her documentary My Mind & Me , she revealed it was written in just 45 minutes , making it the fastest-written song of her career.