Sweet_but_psycho May 2026

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

As of early 2026, the song has surpassed 2 billion streams on Spotify and its music video has over 1 billion views on YouTube. Lyrical Meaning & Themes sweet_but_psycho

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

Directed by Shomi Patwary, the video features a highly stylized, cinematic aesthetic: the video features a highly stylized

Due to its theatrical pop sound and Max's visual style, she was frequently compared to Lady Gaga.