The recording stages for "Heartbreak Anthem" took place before the coronavirus pandemic, and between London, Los Angeles and Stockholm. Described as an uplifting break up track with lyrics that are about moving on amicably when a relationship doesn’t work out. The original recording did feature vocals from Jesy Nelson, however following her departure from the group in 2020, the songs vocal arrangement was re recorded and later rearranged. A music video was filmed and released during Perrie Edwards and Leigh-Anne Pinnock's pregnancies, that shares inspiration from Angela Carter's 1984 famed magical realism novel Nights at the Circus.
"Heartbreak Anthem" received positive reviews from music critics, with praise being drawn to its uplifting good vibe and group vocals. A commercial success, the song peaked at number one on Hungary's radio chart. On the UK Singles Chart, it peaked at number three becoming Galantis' highest charting entry on the charts there. The song also reached the top ten in Ireland, Lebanon, and Poland, and charted in 20 other countries. "Heartbreak Anthem" was nominated for "Best International Song" at the 42nd Brit Awards and "Dance Song Of The Year" at 2022 iHeartRadio Music Awards. The group performed the song for the first time as a trio on The Confetti Tour. The song was the seventh most played track of 2021 in the UK.
In the United Kingdom "Heartbreak Anthem" debuted at number nine on the Official UK Singles Chart, becoming Galantis' fourth, Guetta's 24th and Little Mix's 17th top 10 single. For the week ending 4 June 2021, "Heartbreak Anthem" reached a new peak of number eight. That same week, the title track of Little Mix's sixth studio album "Confetti", charted at number nine, marking the first time the group had two songs in the top ten on the UK Singles Chart since 2016, when the group's singles "Touch" and "Shout Out to My Ex" were at numbers four and six respectively. The song later reached a new peak of number three on the UK Singles Chart during its seventh week charting, becoming Galantis' highest charting single there. That same week, the song was certified silver by the British Phonographic Industry (BPI) in the United Kingdom for selling 200,000 units in the country. In its tenth week on the UK Singles Chart, "Heartbreak Anthem" remained inside the top ten at number seven, making Little Mix the first girl group to spend a total of 100 weeks in the top ten of the UK Singles Chart. It was ranked as the fourth-biggest song from June to August 2021 in the United Kingdom. "Heartbreak Anthem" was ranked as the eighth top of song of 2021 by The Official Big Top 40.
In Ireland, the song debuted within the top 20 on the Official Irish Singles Chart, becoming the group's 22nd Top 20 single on the chart. It later reached a new peak of number three on the chart, giving Little Mix their 11th Top 10 single there.
In Australia, the song debuted at number 100 on the ARIA Singles Chart for the chart dated 31 May 2021. In its seventh week, it reached a new peak of number 46, becoming their highest charting single there since "Woman Like Me" in 2018.
Elsewhere, "Heartbreak Anthem" peaked inside the top ten in New Zealand and inside the top twenty in Hungary, Croatia, Lebanon, and Poland. The single charted in eighteen other countries including Germany, Canada, Netherlands, and Sweden. It topped both the Mediabase US dance radio and the UK Official Big Top 40 charts.
Heartbreak Anthem
Galantis Lyrics
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I called to say not sorry, but I wish you the best
And I don't hold no grudges, promise this ain't a test
We okay, we okay
Sometimes it works out but sometimes it don't
Maybe we'll fix this or maybe we won't
Sometimes a heart can sink like a stone
This ain't a heartbreak anthem
I don't care what happened
But I ain't got no time to dwell on it
Don't wanna throw a tantrum
You did what you had to
No, I ain't got no time to dwell on it
And I don't wanna feel, I don't wanna feel hollow
Chasin' you and me, chasin' all of these shadows
This ain't a heartbreak anthem
I don't care what happened
But I ain't got no time to dwell on it
This ain't a heartbreak anthem (ooh)
This ain't a heartbreak, this ain't a heartbreak
This ain't a heartbreak anthem
A heartbreak anthem, a heartbreak anthem
(Ain't, ain't a heartbreak)
Hello, it's me your ex (again)
I didn't wanna call but there's this pain in my chest
And thanks to you I'm wearing out this bulletproof vest
But I'll be okay (okay), I'm okay (I'm okay)
Sometimes it works out but sometimes it don't (oh)
Maybe we'll fix this or maybe we won't
Sometimes a heart can sink like a stone
Until you find home
This ain't a heartbreak anthem (no)
I don't care what happened
But I ain't got no time to dwell on it (oh)
Don't wanna throw a tantrum
You did what you had to
No, I ain't got no time to dwell on it
And I don't wanna feel, I don't wanna feel hollow
Chasin' you and me, chasin' all of these shadows
This ain't a heartbreak anthem
I don't care what happened
But I ain't got no time to dwell on it
This ain't a heartbreak anthem (ooh)
This ain't a heartbreak, this ain't a heartbreak
This ain't a heartbreak anthem
A heartbreak anthem, a heartbreak anthem
(Ain't, ain't a heartbreak)
And I don't wanna feel, I don't wanna feel hollow
Chasin' you and me, chasin' all of these shadows
This ain't a heartbreak anthem
I don't care what happened
But I ain't got no time to dwell on it
The lyrics of "Heartbreak Anthem" by Galantis, David Guetta, and Little Mix talk about the aftermath of a failed relationship. The song is addressed to an ex-lover, with the singer claiming that they are not sorry but wishing their former partner the best. The initial conversation may seem awkward or intimidating, but the singer assures that there are no hard feelings and that they are willing to move on positively. The theme of the song resonates with many listeners who are going through tough times in their love lives, indicating that breakups are not the end of everything.
The song conveys a message of resilience, with the singer refusing to dwell on the past, even though it hurts. The bright pop beats and sweet melody create an uplifting and cheerful feeling, contrasting the melancholic theme of the song. The chorus of "This ain't a heartbreak anthem, I don't care what happened" implies that the singer is determined to move on and not let heartbreak define their future. The lyrics of the song suggest that moving forward and finding happiness is the best way to get over heartbreak.
Line by Line Meaning
Hello, it's me, your ex
I'm calling to talk with you, though I'm not apologizing. I genuinely hope everything is going well for you.
I called to say not sorry, but I wish you the best
I don't want to say sorry, but I want to express my best wishes to you, hoping that you are doing well after our breakup.
And I don't hold no grudges, promise this ain't a test
I promise this isn't a test, and I hold no grudge against you for what happened between us.
We okay, we okay
We might not be together anymore, but at least we're okay as individuals.
Sometimes it works out but sometimes it don't
Sometimes relationships work and sometimes they don't, and that's okay.
Maybe we'll fix this or maybe we won't
We could possibly fix our past issues, or we could move on and find happiness in other things.
Sometimes a heart can sink like a stone
Heartbreak can feel like a heavy weight dragging someone down.
Until you find home
Until someone finds happiness within themselves, they may continue to feel weighed down by heartbreak.
This ain't a heartbreak anthem
This song isn't meant to glorify heartbreak or wallow in it forever.
I don't care what happened
I'm not focused on the past, and I'm not overly invested in what went wrong between us.
But I ain't got no time to dwell on it
I'm not going to focus on the past or hold onto any resentment or pain from our breakup.
Don't wanna throw a tantrum
I'm mature enough to handle the breakup and not throw a tantrum or lash out.
You did what you had to
You made the choices you needed to make, and I respect that.
And I don't wanna feel, I don't wanna feel hollow
I don't want to feel empty or hollow inside because of our breakup.
Chasin' you and me, chasin' all of these shadows
Continuing to chase after you or the past will only lead to chasing shadows - things that are not real or tangible anymore.
This ain't a heartbreak anthem
This song is about moving forward and not getting stuck in heartbreak forever.
This ain't a heartbreak, this ain't a heartbreak
Again, this song isn't meant to focus on heartbreak and wallowing in it.
A heartbreak anthem, a heartbreak anthem
It's not a song meant to be played over and over again when someone is heartbroken.
(Ain't, ain't a heartbreak)
It's a song about moving on and not getting trapped in the pain of heartbreak.
I didn't wanna call, but there's this pain in my chest
I'm reaching out again because I'm experiencing some pain, but I don't want to dwell on it or let it take over my life.
And thanks to you I'm wearing out this bulletproof vest
I'm feeling worn out or tired because of the emotional armor I have to wear to protect myself after our breakup.
But I'll be okay (okay), I'm okay (I'm okay)
Despite the pain, I know I will be okay and things will get better in time.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, IDK MUSIC PUBLISHING, CTM Publishing, Reservoir Media Management, Inc., Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Vodka, Christian Karlsson, David Guetta, David St Fleur, Henrik Jonback, Jade Thirwell, Jenna Andrews, Johnny Goldstein, Leigh-Anne Pinnock, Lorenzo Cosi, Perrie Edwards, Sorana Pacurar, Thom Bridges, Yk Koi
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IT'S HERE! OUR BRAND NEW SINGLE, HEARTBREAK ANTHEM IS OUT NOW!! 💔🚨 Had an amazing time working with Little Mix and David Guetta on this one🙏🏻😃🙌🏻 let's gooo!!!! #HeartbreakAnthem
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This collab is something else! ❤
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