Petal: Ariana Grande's Emotional Journey Unveiled in 'hate that i made you love me
Ariana Grande has unveiled a sneak peek of her upcoming studio album, petal, through the release of a pre-release single titled “hate that i made you love me” on May 29, 2026. The Grammy Award-winning artist delves into a new era with this contemporary R&B breakup track, showcasing vulnerability and emotional depth in the lyrics. The song reflects the album's flower-inspired concept with lines like “Just know that I will find my way from you / Like flowers from a tomb while you decide who you are.”
Grande's introspective and raw lyrics in “hate that i made you love me” express her feelings of regret and self-awareness, as she sings about the impact of her actions on a relationship. Co-produced and co-written with Ilya, her eternal sunshine collaborator, petal is set to be released under BabyDoll Music, Grande’s personal record label under Republic Records. The album was first announced on April 28, unveiling its black-and-white cover art and video teaser.
In a teaser for the music video accompanying the single, Grande shared a mysterious clip on social media featuring Justin Long from Weapons, creating an eerie atmosphere. The horror-inspired music video is scheduled to premiere on June 2, 2026, at 12 AM PHT. Grande is gearing up for her Eternal Sunshine tour, her first tour since 2019, as she makes a return to music after focusing on acting and earning a Best Supporting Actress nomination at the Academy Awards for her role in Wicked.
As fans eagerly await the release of petal on July 31, the album is now available for pre-save. With “hate that i made you love me” setting the tone for the new musical chapter, listeners can anticipate more emotional and introspective tracks from Grande. Get ready for the arrival of Ariana Grande’s eighth studio album, petal, by checking out the pre-release single below.