Ariana Grande fired back at her critics in her latest release, "Yes, And?," addressing the scrutiny she faced over her relationship with Ethan Slater.
The pop sensation spoke out after enduring significant backlash for her quick romance with Wicked co-star Ethan. Despite allegations of infidelity, sources clarified that their relationship began only after ending previous ones.
The 30-year-old singer took control this week, dropping a new song and music video with a strong message to her detractors: her body and love life are not open for public judgment.
In the song, Ariana sings, "I’m so done with caring what you think/no, I won’t hide/underneath your own projections/Or change my most authentic life. Don’t comment on my body, do not reply/Your business is yours and mine is mine/Why do you care so much whose d*** I ride?"
These bold lyrics follow Ariana and Ethan filing for divorce from their respective spouses after meeting on the set of their new movie. Amid allegations of being a "homewrecker" in Ethan's five-year marriage, Ariana's divorce from Dalton Gomez, her estranged husband, was also reported in September of the previous year.
Fan reactions to Ariana's comeback were divided, with supporters praising her empowering message. One fan on X (formerly Twitter) declared, "I’m not exaggerating when I say this is one of the greatest pop songs of all time," while another commended her, saying, "SHE COOKED WITH THAT LINE. HOLY S**T."
However, some continued to criticize Ariana, accusing her of being a "homewrecker" and expressing disapproval of her actions. Despite the mixed response, Ariana Grande's new single marks her first release since 2020.
