Sweet_but_psycho [ 500+ EXCLUSIVE ]

Ava Max explains the song as being about a person who is often misunderstood; "psycho" in this context refers to being passionate and uninhibited rather than a literal mental health diagnosis.

Critics noted homages to films like The Shining and Fatal Attraction . Critical Reception & Controversy sweet_but_psycho

The song was a massive global hit, reaching number one in . US Billboard Hot 100: Peaked at #10 . UK Singles Chart: Spent four consecutive weeks at #1 . Ava Max explains the song as being about

Mental health advocates criticized the track for using terms like "psycho" and "out of her mind," arguing it stigmatizes those with actual mental illnesses. US Billboard Hot 100: Peaked at #10

Max portrays a character who lures a man to a mansion, leading to a series of surreal and violent hallucinations involving axes, poisoned wine, and fire.