Sweet_but_psycho -

The song explores the "crazy girlfriend" trope and high-intensity romantic relationships.

Directed by Shomi Patwary, the video features a highly stylized, cinematic aesthetic: 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. The song explores the "crazy girlfriend" trope and

The song received a divisive response from critics and the public: the video features a highly stylized

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