“Kings & Queens” is a song by American singer Ava Max, released on March 12, 2020 through Atlantic Records. It is the fifth single from her debut studio album Heaven & Hell (2020). The song was written by Max, Brett McLaughlin, Desmond Child, Hillary Bernstein, Jakke Erixon, Madison Love, Mimoza Blinsson, Cirkut, and RedOne. The latter two musicians also produced the track, which implemented an electric guitar alongside lyrics about women’s empowerment.
“If all of the kings had their queens on the throne
We would pop champagne and raise a toast
To all of the queens who are fighting alone
Baby, you’re not dancin’ on your own”
“Kings & Queens” received generally favorable reviews from music critics, many of whom praised the production, guitar solo, and lyrics. The single peaked at number one in Israel, Latvia and Poland, while also charting in the top 10 in Scotland, Switzerland, Norway, the Czech Republic and Belgium. The song also charted on the US Billboard Hot 100, currently peaking at number 22. The music video was released on March 27, 2020, and is directed by Isaac Rentz. It features a Khaleesi inspired Max dancing in a heaven-themed throne room alongside a group of dancers, while also feasting at a banquet. A version of the song featuring Lauv and Saweetie, titled “Kings & Queens, Pt. 2”, was released on August 6, 2020.
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