Grande wrote the song about wanting someone's undivided attention in a relationship.
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16 catalog entries, grouped by year.
Ariana Grande: a curated listening guide
Begin with the central pop melodies, then hear the layered ballads, rhythmic album tracks and contrasting guest voices.
25 selections with release evidence; 6 beyond the yearly lists.
About Ariana Grande
Ariana Grande is a singer and performer from Boca Raton, Florida. Her debut album, Yours Truly, introduced The Way with Mac Miller, followed by the second album My Everything. Later solo projects include Sweetener, Positions and eternal sunshine, while collaborations place her voice alongside other pop and R&B performers. Her screen work also includes Glinda in the film adaptation of Wicked. Album recordings, featured appearances and film-cast performances remain distinct parts of that career.
Artist background sources
Ariana Grande - Recording Academy artist biography and release credits
Florida origin, first two albums and Mac Miller collaboration, named later album credits and Glinda role; award-year and discovery anecdotes are not used. | Retrieved 2026-10-17
Profile reviewed: 2026-10-17. Artist background does not establish a song's creative origin or release date.
2015
The song explores themes of regret and the desire for one last chance in a relationship.
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The song was inspired by the idea of embracing one's power and sexuality.
View background statusThe song was inspired by the excitement and intensity of a new romantic relationship.
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Grande's struggles with anxiety
View background statusAriana Grande is a singer and performer from Boca Raton, Florida. Her debut album, Yours Truly, introduced The Way with Mac Miller, followed by the second album My Everything. Later solo projects include Sweetener,...
View background statusMoving forward after the Manchester Arena bombing
View background status2019
Grande was inspired by a shopping trip with her friends where she bought seven engagement rings for them.
View background statusBreak Up with Your Girlfriend, I'm Bored
Ariana GrandeReported release: 2019Date needs verification
Source year-end #36Grande wanted to create a provocative song that would generate buzz and discussion.
View background statusGrande's struggles with anxiety
View background statusAriana Grande is a singer and performer from Boca Raton, Florida. Her debut album, Yours Truly, introduced The Way with Mac Miller, followed by the second album My Everything. Later solo projects include Sweetener,...
View background status2020
New love and relationship roles
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The track celebrates finding new love and the willingness to compromise in a relationship.
View background statusAriana Grande is a singer and performer from Boca Raton, Florida. Her debut album, Yours Truly, introduced The Way with Mac Miller, followed by the second album My Everything. Later solo projects include Sweetener,...
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Ariana Grande is a singer and performer from Boca Raton, Florida. Her debut album, Yours Truly, introduced The Way with Mac Miller, followed by the second album My Everything. Later solo projects include Sweetener,...
View background statusAriana Grande is a singer and performer from Boca Raton, Florida. Her debut album, Yours Truly, introduced The Way with Mac Miller, followed by the second album My Everything. Later solo projects include Sweetener,...
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1960-2025. Each year contains 150 selections.