Max has described it as a song about embracing all aspects of one's personality, including flaws and "weirdness," as a form of female empowerment. Music Video
Critics noted homages to films like The Shining and Fatal Attraction . Critical Reception & Controversy sweet_but_psycho
Directed by Shomi Patwary, the video features a highly stylized, cinematic aesthetic: Max has described it as a song about
is the debut breakthrough single by American singer Ava Max , released on August 17, 2018. The track served as the lead single for her debut studio album, Heaven & Hell . Commercial Performance including flaws and "weirdness