After the release of her album Sweetener, Ariana Grande unveiled to the world her single and title from her fifth studio album Thank U, Next.
The single
Thank U, Next is already a huge success. First, the song broke the record for the most streams in a day (8.19 million) by a female artist on Spotify. OnNovember 14, the song reached 100 million streams in just 11 days.
At the same time, the song reached number 2 on the popularity charts in Australia, New Zealand and Scotland, and number 1 in the United Kingdom, Canada, Ireland, Malaysia and the United States. Moreover, this is the first time that the singer reaches this position in the United States.
Intimate words
Thank U, Next is a very personal track that evokes his former romantic relationships. First, she talks about rapper Big Sean "Thought I'd end up with Sean, But he wasn't a match".
Then, she evokes Ricky Alvarez and Pete Davidson "Wrote some songs about Ricky, Now I listen and laugh, […] And for Pete, I'm so thanksful" (I wrote songs about Ricky that now I listen to and laugh at […] and for Pete, I'm so grateful).
Finally, Ariana Grande calls on rapper Mac Miller who has just died of an overdose on September 7, 2018: "Wish I could say, "Thank You" to Malcom, 'Cause he was an angel'.
However, Ariana Grande now focuses on herself "Plus, I met someone else, We havin' better discussions […] 'Cause her name is Ari, And I'm so good with that' Because her name is Ari, and I'm so good with that).
Thank U, Next is a single that really wants to turn the page in the life and music of the singer. It is one of the most authentic and honest pieces in Ariana Grande's repertoire. By always remaining pop and charming, Ariana Grande proves once again that she is a unique popstar by her talent and inner strength that allows her to overcome the tragic experiences of life. Thank U, Next announces a new musical step full of light and positivity and we can't wait to see what's next.
