The song explores themes of and intense longing. The lyrics depict a protagonist (Puth) who is infatuated with someone who barely acknowledges his existence, with the chorus repeatedly wishing they were "obsessed" with him. Shenseea provides a "brilliantly unbothered" counter-verse to Puth's romantic entreaties, acting as the oblivious object of his affection. Music Video
Directed by frequent Harris collaborator , the official music video was released on September 29, 2022 . Calvin Harris - Obsessed ft Charlie Puth & Shenseea
Charlie Puth notably altered his typical singing style for this track, utilizing a deeper, baritone-like voice . He has mentioned that his vocal delivery was inspired by a game he played on The Tonight Show . Lyrical Themes & Meaning The song explores themes of and intense longing
The song is a blend of rap, pop, and funk , consistent with the "Funk Wav" aesthetic of retro-inspired summer grooves. Music Video Directed by frequent Harris collaborator ,