A bittersweet anthem of longing and emotional vulnerability, “Call Me When You Break Up” captures the heartache of unrequited love through airy pop beats and heartfelt lyrics – courtesy of Selena Gomez, Benny Blanco, and Gracie Abrams.
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“Call Me When You Break Up” – Selena Gomez, benny blanco, Gracie Abrams
In a world where love and heartbreak often go hand in hand, Selena Gomez, Benny Blanco, and Gracie Abrams deliver a bittersweet anthem that captures the complexities of longing and emotional vulnerability.
Their new collaboration “Call Me When You Break Up” serves as a standout preview of Gomez and Blanco’s forthcoming album I Said I Love You First, due out March 21st (SMG Music/Friends Keep Secrets/Interscope Records).
With its airy pop beats, heartfelt lyrics, and intimate vocal performances, the track offers listeners an emotional rollercoaster wrapped in a breezy melody.
Opening with the nostalgic sound of an answering machine tone, the song immediately sets a confessional tone. Gomez steps into the spotlight with the poignant lines, “Call me when you break up, I wanna be the first one on your mind when you wake up.” Her vocals carry a tender vulnerability, reflecting the universal experience of holding onto hope that a former love might return.
Abrams then takes the baton, her voice dripping with raw emotion as she admits, “I’m battlin’ the lack of us, I’ve looked for medication / Tried every obvious replacement in bars, in strangers’ beds until my faith was in the basement.” Together, their verses weave a narrative of heartbreak, longing, and the struggle to move on.
The chorus acts as both a plea and a declaration, as Gomez and Abrams harmonize with the refrain, “Won’t you call me when you break up? / I feel so out of luck, I’m skipping cracks along the pavement.” Their voices blend seamlessly, creating a sense of shared vulnerability that resonates deeply with anyone who’s ever found themselves clinging to the possibility of rekindled love. The production, navigated by Blanco and GRAMMY winner FINNEAS, strikes a delicate balance between melancholic introspection and upbeat pop sensibility. The soft, airy instrumentation allows the lyrics and vocals to take center stage, while subtle electronic elements add a modern touch.
Won’t you call me when you break up?
I feel so outta luck,
I’m skipping cracks along the pavement
Look, I’m emotionally bankrupt
We’re so meant for each other,
I mean, God,
when will you wake up, wake up?
Visually, the music video complements the song’s intimate atmosphere. Shot from a front-facing camera, it captures Gomez and Abrams singing from a hotel bedroom, evoking the raw, unfiltered feel of a late-night video call. Their smiles and laughter contrast with the song’s heartache, adding a layer of bittersweet nostalgia. Blanco makes a brief appearance at the end, embracing Gomez in a tender moment that underscores the personal nature of the album.
“Call Me When You Break Up” is a reflection on the difficulty of letting go and the lingering hope that love might find its way back, becoming more than just a song about heartbreak.
This theme aligns perfectly with the overarching narrative of I Said I Love You First, which chronicles Gomez and Blanco’s love story from their first meeting to their present-day relationship.
In a recent interview, Gomez shared, “I definitely didn’t feel any sort of pressure. I was maybe just nervous with jitters in the beginning, and then slowly but surely it was happening, and it sort of fell into place with a lot of hard work and love.” Blanco echoed this sentiment, emphasizing the organic nature of their creative process, which often took place in the comfort of their home rather than a traditional studio.
The collaboration with Gracie Abrams adds an extra layer of emotional depth, as her introspective songwriting style perfectly complements Gomez’s heartfelt delivery. This marks the first time all three artists have worked together, though Blanco and Abrams previously collaborated on “Unlearn” in 2021. Abrams, who has already performed the song live during her tour stop in Hamburg, Germany, brings a fresh perspective to the track, making it a true meeting of musical minds.
As the second single from I Said I Love You First, “Call Me When You Break Up” sets a high bar for the rest of the album. Following the success of “Scared of Loving You,” which received widespread critical acclaim (including here at Atwood Magazine), this latest release further solidifies Gomez and Blanco’s status as a musical power couple. Their ability to blend personal storytelling with universally relatable themes is a testament to their artistry, and the addition of Abrams’ soulful vocals only enhances the emotional impact.
In the end, “Call Me When You Break Up” is a reminder that heartbreak is a shared human experience, and sometimes, the only way to move forward is to hold onto hope – even if it’s just a distant voicemail waiting to be returned.
With its catchy melody, heartfelt lyrics, and seamless collaboration, the song is poised to become a standout anthem for anyone navigating the complexities of love and loss.
As fans eagerly await Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco’s full album, this track serves as a powerful reminder of the magic that happens when three talented artists come together to turn heartache into art.
Unless you found the person
that you want a new name from
I’d like to be there
when that day comes
You know I’m always here
so don’t ever be a stranger
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