Released on June 4, 2021, is a pop ballad by American singer-songwriter blackbear, featuring Canadian singer-songwriter Tate McRae . Serving as the lead single from blackbear’s seventh EP, misery lake , the track explores themes of isolation and the emotional toll of one-sided relationships. Production & Composition

It depicts the loneliness felt when one partner loves themselves more than their significant other.

The opening line, "It's been over for a year or so, I should have left a couple tears ago," sets the tone for moving on and choosing self-investment.

Tate McRae noted the song is a "super honest" look at the struggles of dealing with someone who is "addicted to [themselves]". Visuals & Release

The song was first previewed on blackbear’s TikTok on May 20, 2021.

Watch the official music video for 'u love u' featuring blackbear and Tate McRae: