Sweet But Psycho

Ava Max

About Sweet But Psycho

"Sweet but Psycho" is a song by American singer Ava Max, released as a single on August 17, 2018 through Atlantic Records. It is the lead single from her upcoming debut studio album. It was co-written by Max along with Madison Love and Cirkut, the latter of whom produced the song. Upon release, it appeared on various Spotify playlists and Viral Charts, and subsequently reached number one in 22 countries including Germany and the United Kingdom, where it stayed at number one for four consecutive weeks. It has since reached the top twenty in Canada, Greece, Portugal and Spain. It is also her first top ten hit in the United States, peaking at number 10. As of June 2019, it has led the Hungarian Stream Top 40 chart for 19 non-consecutive weeks, beginning in February 2019. The song won Best International Song at the 2019 LOS40 Music Awards. 


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Oh, she's sweet but a psycho
A little bit psycho
At night she's screamin'
"I'm-ma-ma-ma out my mind"
Oh, she's hot but a psycho
So left but she's right though
At night she's screamin'
"I'm-ma-ma-ma out my mind"

She'll make you curse, but she a blessing
She'll rip your shirt within a second
You'll be coming back, back for seconds
With your plate, you just can't help it

No, no, you'll play along
Let her lead you o-, o-, on
You'll be saying, "No, no"
Then saying, "Yes, yes, yes"
'Cause she messin' with your head

Oh, she's sweet but a psycho
A little bit psycho
At night she's screamin'
"I'm-ma-ma-ma out my mind"
Oh, she's hot but a psycho
So left but she's right though
At night she's screamin'
"I'm-ma-ma-ma out my mind"

Grab a cop gun kinda crazy
She's poison but tasty
Yeah, people say, "Run, don't walk away"
'Cause she's sweet but a psycho
A little bit psycho
At night she's screamin'
"I'm-ma-ma-ma out my mind"

See, someone said, "Don't drink her potions"
She'll kiss your neck with no emotion
When she's mean, you know you love it
'Cause she tastes so sweet, don't sugarcoat it

No, no, you'll play along
Let her lead you o-, o-, on
You'll be saying, "No (no, no, no, no), no (no, no)"
Then saying, "Yes, yes, yes"
'Cause she messin' with your head

Oh, she's sweet but a psycho
A little bit psycho
At night she's screamin'
"I'm-ma-ma-ma out my mind"
Oh, she's hot but a psycho
So left but she's right though
At night she's screamin'
"I'm-ma-ma-ma out my mind"

Grab a cop gun kinda crazy
She's poison but tasty
Yeah, people say, "Run, don't walk away"
'Cause she's sweet but a psycho
A little bit psycho
At night she's screamin'
"I'm-ma-ma-ma out my mind"

You're just like me, you're out your mind
I know it's strange, we're both the crazy kind
You're tellin' me that I'm insane
Boy, don't pretend that you don't love the pain

Oh, she's sweet but a psycho
A little bit psycho
At night she's screamin'
"I'm-ma-ma-ma out my mind"
Oh, she's hot but a psycho
So left but she's right though
At night she's screamin'
"I'm-ma-ma-ma out my mind"

Grab a cop gun kinda crazy
She's poison but tasty
Yeah, people say, "Run, don't walk away"
'Cause she's sweet but a psycho
A little bit psycho
At night she's screamin'
"I'm-ma-ma-ma out my mind"

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Ava Max

Amanda Ava Koci (born February 16, 1994) is an American singer, best known by her stage name Ava Max. She is best known for her single "Sweet but Psycho", which reached number one in Sweden, Norway, Finland, Denmark, Estonia, Germany, Belgium, Switzerland and Scotland. more »

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15 facts about this song

Song Origin
"Sweet But Psycho" is a pop song released in 2018 by American singer Ava Max.
Music Designer
The song was co-written by Max along with Madison Love and Cirkut, who also handled the production.
Chart Performance
It was an international success, reaching number one in 22 countries including the UK, Germany, Sweden, and Norway.
Longevity on Chart
"Sweet But Psycho" spent 10 consecutive weeks at number one on the UK singles chart.
Certification
It has been certified multi-platinum in many regions, indicating the sale of millions of units.
Award Nomination
The song was nominated for Top Dance/Electronic Song at the 2020 Billboard Music Awards.
Controversy
Despite its popularity, the song faced criticism from mental health advocates due to its portrayal of psycho behavior in a romanticized light.
Music Video
The music video was directed by Shomi Patwary and it’s a visuals-led narrative of the lyrics.
Song interpretation
The song delves into a twisted love story in which a woman appears sweet but has a darker side.
Impact on Career
"Sweet but Psycho" was a breakthrough single for Ava Max, launching her into international stardom.
Comparison with Other Artists
This song along with Max's distinctive hairstyle led to comparisons to Lady Gaga.
Song’s Influence
"Sweet But Psycho" has been described as being a major contributor to the return of pure pop music to mainstream radios.
Cultural Impact
The song's catchy melody and memorable hooks led to many covers and parodies making it not only a radio hit but also a cultural phenomenon.
Streaming Success
To-date, it has been streamed over a billion times on Spotify, making it one of the platform's most popular tracks.
Remixes
Various remixes of the song have been released, expanding its influence in electronic and dance music circles.

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