Worst in Me

Julia Michaels

About Worst in Me

"Worst in Me" is a song recorded by American singer and songwriter Julia Michaels from her third extended play Nervous System (2017), served as the third track of the EP. The song was written by Michaels, Justin Tranter and its producers Mattias Larsson and Robin Fredriksson, who composed the duo Mattman & Robin. The song was released by Republic Records as the third single from Nervous System on September 18, 2017. "Worst in Me" is a midtempo piano-driven pop song with tropical house elements. The song explores Michael's feelings for a former romantic partner in the light of their collapsed relationship. Michaels mentioned the song as one of her favorites. Michaels performed the song on James Corden's Late Late Show and again on The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon. The song became a top 30 hit on two US charts: the Adult Contemporary chart and the Adult Top 40, although it failed to enter the Billboard Hot 100. 


Year:
2017
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Yeah

Remember when I used to be happy for you?
You could go out with your female friends and I'd be totally fine
Remember when you used to be happy for me?
You celebrate all my success without crossing a line

Now, it's like we're scared of getting good
'Cause we know the truth is that we could
Yeah, we know that we might actually work
And the truth is that we could

But maybe it's the worst in me
That's bringing out the worst in you
I know we can fix these kinks
But the worst in me doesn't want to work on things
But the best of me wants to love you
But the worst in me doesn't want to

Ah ah ah ah ah
Ah ah ah ah ah
Ah ah ah ah ah

It's almost like I've gotten so used to resentment
That every annoying little thing you say has lost its effect
It's almost like it's made you a little bit bitter
When I don't always react the way you expect

It's like we're scared of getting good
'Cause we know the truth is that we could
Yeah, we know that we might actually work
And the truth is that we could

But maybe it's the worst in me
That's bringing out the worst in you
I know we can fix these kinks
But the worst in me doesn't want to work on things
But the best of me wants to love you
But the worst in me doesn't want to

I won't hurt you again
If you won't, if you won't
But, baby, I won't lose you again
If you won't, if you won't

Remember when I used to be happy for you?

But maybe it's the worst in me (worst in me)
That's bringing out the worst in you
I know we can fix these kinks
But the worst in me doesn't want to work on things
But the best of me wants to love you, I really want to
But the worst in me doesn't want to

Ah ah ah ah ah (Really doesn't want to)
Ah ah ah ah ah 
Ah ah ah ah ah (The worst in me doesn't want to)

Ah ah ah ah ah
Ah ah ah ah ah (Oh)
Ah ah ah ah ah (The worst in me doesn't want to)

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Julia Michaels

Julia Carin Cavazos (born November 13, 1993), known by her stage name Julia Michaels, is an American singer and songwriter from Davenport, Iowa. She began her career as a pop music songwriter, penning tracks that have been given to Selena Gomez, Demi Lovato, Fifth Harmony, Shawn Mendes, Britney Spears, Justin Bieber, Hailee Steinfeld, and Gwen Stefani. Michaels released her debut solo single with Republic Records in 2017, "Issues", which peaked at number 11 on the Billboard Hot 100 in the United States, was certified triple-platinum by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA), and garnered her Grammy Award nominations for Song of the Year and Best New Artist. Her major-label debut extended play, Nervous System (2017), peaked at number 48 on the Bi… more »

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Written by: JULIA MICHAELS, JUSTIN TRANTER, MATTIAS PER LARSSON, ROBIN LENNART FREDRIKSSON

Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.

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10 facts about this song

Song Release
"Worst in Me" is a song by American singer and songwriter Julia Michaels. It was released in 2017 as part of her debut extended play (EP) "Nervous System."
Song Writing
The song is written by Julia Michaels along with Justin Tranter and Benny Blanco. This group is known for their successful collaborations.
Authenticity
In line with her songwriting style, "Worst in Me" is a deeply personal and confessional song that effectively showcases Julia Michaels' raw and emotive vocal power.
Musical Style
"Worst in Me" is a pop song, but it breaks free from the traditional pop structure, featuring moody verses and a chorus that showcases Julia's emotional side.
Song Theme
The lyrics talk about a broken relationship and self-doubt. Julia Michaels expresses the fear that she brings out the worst in her partner and ponders whether she is the reason the relationship ends.
Song Impact
Although not released as a single, "Worst in Me" is considered a standout track from the "Nervous System" EP and has received numerous positive reviews.
Live Performances
Julia Michaels has performed "Worst in Me" live at several shows and music festivals, imbuing her performances with raw emotion that complements the song's powerful lyrics.
Streaming Success
Despite not being a single, the song has gained a large number of streams and plays on platforms like Spotify and Apple Music, proving its popularity among fans.
Personal Connection
Like most of her songs, Julia Michaels has often described "Worst in Me" as a personal letter or diary entry put to music, making it a song many fans resonate deeply with.
Fan Favorite
"Worst in Me" is considered by fans as one of Julia Michaels' best songs and is still frequently included in her set lists during concerts.

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