Critics have praised the song as a "power anthem" that encourages listeners to prioritize self-respect and recognize their own worth. Musical Style and Production
NME labeled it a "bop" with "plainspoken" lyrics, while The Honey Pop called it a strong "Song-of-the-Summer" contender. Ava Max - Maybe You’re The Problem (Lyrics)
The accompanying music video, directed by Joseph Kahn , won the Best Video award at the 2022 Los 40 Music Awards in Spain. Critics have praised the song as a "power
Critics from The Musical Hype noted that Max "sings her face off," delivering a powerful, "sublime" vocal performance over the exuberant production. Critical and Commercial Reception Critics from The Musical Hype noted that Max
The song flips the classic "it's not you, it's me" breakup trope on its head, with Max bluntly asserting that the issues in the relationship were entirely her partner's fault.
It became a hit internationally, peaking at number one in Hungary and reaching the top 15 in several other countries including Poland, Croatia, and Argentina.