Ava Max - Maybe Youвђ™re The Problem (lyrics) Apr 2026

Produced by long-time collaborator , alongside Jonas Jeberg and Abraham Dertner , the track is a "deliriously catchy" blend of several genres:

The song heavily utilizes pulsating 80s synths, drawing comparisons to The Weeknd's "Blinding Lights" and Dua Lipa's "Physical" .

The song flips the classic "it's not you, it's me" breakup trope on its head, with Max bluntly asserting that the issues in the relationship were entirely her partner's fault. Ava Max - Maybe You’re The Problem (Lyrics)

Critics have praised the song as a "power anthem" that encourages listeners to prioritize self-respect and recognize their own worth. Musical Style and Production

The accompanying music video, directed by Joseph Kahn , won the Best Video award at the 2022 Los 40 Music Awards in Spain. Produced by long-time collaborator , alongside Jonas Jeberg

The song was generally well-received by critics and fans alike:

Max has stated the lyrics were born from a real-life "bad argument" with an ex-boyfriend. Musical Style and Production The accompanying music video,

NME labeled it a "bop" with "plainspoken" lyrics, while The Honey Pop called it a strong "Song-of-the-Summer" contender.