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Why Why Why (Shawn Mendes song)

Melodic Magazine
- “Why Why Why” is accompanied by a music video directed and shot by Connor Brashier and Anthony Wilson.
- The single shows off the singer’s vulnerable side as he opens up about his doubts and insecurities. The song seems to be referencing pivotal moments in his lifetime, including mental health issues that came with the cancellation of the Wonder World Tour, as well as previous relationship struggles: “I stepped off the stage with nothin’ left / All the lights were fuckin’ with my head / But here I am, singin’ songs again”.
Pinkvilla
- In his new single Why Why Why, Shawn Mendes reflects on a past relationship where he imagined a future as a father, expressing how the breakup profoundly affected him.
- In the bridge of this cheerful number, Mendes gets to sing about having believed he was about to become a father. The lyric, "I thought I was about to be a father," is a testimony of deep emotion, then he sings, "Shook me to the core / I’m still a kid.”
- The song paints the picture of a particular love affair that he hoped would go further than it did, but it failed. Mendes doesn’t make clear who this past relationship was with, nor does he go into details.
- In his next interview with Apple Music 1’s Zane Lowe, Mendes defended why he decided to be this transparent in his works. He shares that he felt there were only two choices: to tell the truth and not to lie or the opposite view. As for the fact that the song may not be released, he comments, “It felt pointless to dance around it.”
- "I realized there was two options for me. It was literally like, ‘I’m going to go down this path of speaking my exact truth or I’m going to dance around it,’ ” he says. “It felt pointless to dance around it, even if the song was never to see the light of day.”
- Mendes says that he felt it was necessary to address his truth head on. He says that it was a liberating moment not only as a composer but as a man as well because he is able to be more straightforward.
- He adds, “I was like, ‘Why are we here dancing around it?’ So yeah, it felt like I crossed a big threshold. I think it feels just really liberating, even just to be in a space where I’ve done that as a writer. Now I feel more free to do that as a human.”
- Mendes cited that the heavy anxiety he experienced every time he told the truth in his songs stimulated his creativity. He further notes that when he was overwhelmed by anxiety during the album making process it became a joke in the studio that nerves were a sign of good music. He and the team envisioned it as a form of therapy or a means of breaking through to something profound.
- “It was just one of those experiences where there became this joke while we were making the album that was, like, if I started to experience some pretty heavy anxiety in the studio everyone was sure that a great song was going to be coming after it because there was some sort of healing crisis, some sort of breakthrough that was supposed to happen.”
Telegraph India
- Shawn Mendes has made a powerful return to the music scene, releasing two new singles on his 26th birthday, August 8. The Canadian singer-songwriter, known for his soulful voice and heartfelt lyrics, has dropped Why Why Why and Isn't That Enough, marking his first new music since his 2020 album Wonder.
- The single Why Why Why delves deep into the theme of lost love, with Mendes reflecting on a past relationship that has left him shaken. In a poignant verse, he sings about the emotional turmoil of nearly becoming a father, underscoring the track’s raw and vulnerable nature.
- Accompanying the release of Why Why Why is an evocative music video directed by Anthony Wilson and Connor Brashier. The video features Mendes performing in various settings, including a barn, by a bonfire, on the road and in an empty concert venue — all while playing his guitar. These intimate visuals complement the song’s emotional depth, offering fans a glimpse into Mendes’ reflective state.
- Additionally, the Treat You Better singer has announced a self-titled album, set to drop on October 18, and revealed plans for a series of intimate concerts across the U.S. and U.K. from August 8 to October 24 to support the album’s release.
Entertainment Weekly
- "Why Why Why" begins as a poignant ballad, with Mendes declaring his intentions to bare his soul from the jump: "Opened up my journal to a page, / everything that hurts me's still the same.
- By the time Mendes sings about the major sliding-doors moment of potentially becoming a father, the song has exploded into a raucous anthem with a country twang.
- "Why Why Why" was released on August 8 alongside "Isn't That Enough," another single from his upcoming fifth studio album, Shawn. This is Mendes' first new solo song since last year's "What the Hell Are We Dying For?," which caused minor controversy for featuring an image of a wildfire smoke-covered NYC skyline, indicating the song may be read as eco-political criticism, but might also just be about ex Camilla Cabello.
- Another line from "Why Why Why" which has fans abuzz — and might also concern Cabello — goes, "Visions of her naked in my head, / but I went off and chose myself instead." Mendes has long prized honesty in his songwriting.
- Mendes' honesty extends to his personal mental health struggles as well. The "Señorita" singer canceled his 2023 world tour mid-circuit after consulting with a "group of health professionals." After hitting a "breaking point" he decided to "take the time I've never taken personally" to "come back stronger."
- "It felt pointless to dance around" being honest in his new music, Mendes said in an August 9 interview on Apple Music 1 with Zane Lowe. "I think it feels just really liberating even just to be in a space where I’ve done that as a writer. Now I feel more free to do that as a human.”
Hola
- The song was released on Friday and addresses all manner of insecurities that he's battled throughout his life, including his romantic partnerships, anxieties regarding performing onstage, and more.
- These new tracks are Mendes' first solo releases since his charity single 'What the Hell Are We Dying For?' in 2023,
Clash
- After taking a two-year hiatus to focus on his mental health, Shawn Mendes has made his musical comeback, ushering in a new era in his career. His songs ‘Why Why Why’ and ‘Isn’t That Enough’, released on August 8th — his 26th birthday — are part of his fifth album, ‘Shawn’. The album’s title suggests a deeply personal and intimate collection, showcasing a more human side of the artist.
- ‘Why Why Why’ offers a glimpse into what we can expect from the album. The song is a series of personal reflections, shifting between moments of doubt and acknowledgments of his internal struggles.
- “I opened up my journal to a page / Everything that hurts me’s still the same / Feels like there’s nothing new for me to say / Why? Why? Why? Why? Why? Why?” he sings in the opening lines, setting a confessional tone for the track.
- The repetition of the question “Why?” serves as a mantra of confusion, conveying the anguish of not finding clear answers to his emotional dilemmas.
- ‘Why Why Why’ features an acoustic bop with country touches, creating an introspective and comforting atmosphere that complements the lyrical message. It’s a refreshing shift from the singer’s previous productions, highlighting his willingness to explore new sounds.
- The most impactful moments in the song are undoubtedly when Shawn Mendes sings: “I stepped off the stage with nothing left / All the lights were fuckin’ with my head” and “Thought I was about to be a father / Shook me to the core, I’m still a kid.”
- In the first line, he speaks about the pressure of performing on stage. Despite the toll it takes on his mental health, he continues, illustrating the complex dynamic: while exhausting, music is also a vital part of his life. The second line provides a raw and honest look at his insecurities and the weight of expectations he carries, revealing a deeply personal side that many artists prefer to keep hidden.
- He delivers an emotionally charged performance that resonates with anyone who has ever questioned their own choices and sought to understand their feelings.
- Both “Why Why Why” and “Isn’t That Enough” are not just additions to his music catalog but a testament to his growth as an artist and as a person.
- Our mark: 8/10
New York Times
- The stomping, acoustic-guitar driven “Why Why Why,” from his forthcoming album “Shawn,” represents a new level of candor and pathos from the 26-year-old pop star, who has returned to the spotlight but admits he still doesn’t have all the answers: “I don’t know why, why, why, why,” he croons as the instrumentation builds around him, offering fleeting catharsis in the form of a folksy, singalong chorus
Vulture
- Mendes drops the revelation out of nowhere in the bridge of a song about his anxiety, a breakup, and canceling his 2022 tour.
Vulture
- Mendes teased his folkier era with a black-and-white trailer showing him playing new single “Isn’t That Enough” for friends around a campfire, cut with other photos of him in nature (often shirtless, naturally).
- He’s got one more for ya. 8 days after announcing his album trailer/lead single, Mendes dropped “Why Why Why” and possibly a new chapter in his lore. He sings, “Thought I was about to be a father/ Shook me to the core, I’m still a kid,” as he dances with his guitar around a campfire
Elite Daily
- During the bridge of “Why Why Why,” Mendes revealed that he almost became a father.
- That’s not the only deeply personal lyric in “Why Why Why.” The bulk of the folksy pop song is about Mendes’ struggle with anxiety, with one verse describing how he felt when he canceled his 2022 Wonder tour to focus on his mental health: “I stepped off the stage with nothin' left / All the lights were f*ckin' with my head / But here I am, singin' songs again / Why, why, why? Ease my mind,” Mendes laments.
- Mendes spoke about the process of recording the new song in an interview with Apple Music. “There kind of became this joke while we were making the album that was like, if I started to experience some pretty heavy anxiety in the studio, everyone was sure that a great song was going to be coming after it because there was some sort of healing crisis, some sort of breakthrough that was supposed to happen,” Mendes said. “There was something anthemic about those words, ‘Why, why, why.’ It almost felt like a cry. It felt like… I don’t know. It just felt powerful and beautiful.”
People
- Throughout the track, Mendes sings of a long-lost love he hoped to have a future with until their relationship ended, though he doesn't identify who the relationship is with.
- Mendes says that the ”heavy anxiety" that came with his honesty only motivated him further. “It was just one of those experiences where there became this joke while we were making the album that was, like, if I started to experience some pretty heavy anxiety in the studio everyone was sure that a great song was going to be coming after it because there was some sort of healing crisis, some sort of breakthrough that was supposed to happen.”
Uproxx
- Towards the end of the track, Mendes sings (per Genius), “I thought I was about to be a father / Shook me to the core, I’m still a kid / Sometimes, I still cry out for my mother / Why, why, why? Why, why, why?” The lyric seems to suggest a pregnancy scare, and while it’s not clear who Mendes is singing about, he was most famously in a relationship with Camila Cabello for years.
The Line of Best Fit
- On Tuesday, Shawn will perform the new album at the Theatre Royal in London for a select number of fans.The upcoming album, his fifth, draws from his travels and experiences over the last few years, following the cancellation of his 2022 tour. It represents his most musically intimate and lyrically honest work to date.
Capital
- 'Why Why Why' is a folk inspired song in which Shawn opens up about his doubts and insecurities. In the first verse, Shawn sings about writer's block: Opened up my journal to a page / Everything that hurts me's still the same / Feels like there's nothing new for me to say / Why, why, why? Why, why, why?
- He then appears to reference a breakup. Shawn also addresses the cancellation of his 'Wonder' world tour due to mental health issues
Rolling Stone
- The former was shared alongside a new video featuring Mendes strumming his guitar and singing inside a barn and along a river, spliced with footage of him performing solo on a dark stage. Anthony Wilson and Connor Brashier directed the visual for “Why Why Why,” while the lyrics see Mendes remember a former lover while pondering the cyclic nature of life.
- When discussing “Why Why Why” in an upcoming interview with Zane Lowe for Apple Music, Mendes told the host that “there was something anthemic about those words.” He added, “It almost felt like a cry. It felt like … I don’t know. It just felt powerful and beautiful.”
- He also shared that his fifth album was “the most natural thing I’ve ever made.” Mendes added that it “feels like the most natural thing to talk about it. It feels like the most natural thing to play live. And so it’s just giving me all these … It just kind of feels easier than it ever has in a really lovely way.”
Rolling Stone
- Shawn Mendes Will Perform New Album From Top to Bottom on Intimate Tour
That Grape Juice
- The folksy tunes, both produced by Mike Sabbath, come as introspective musical journeys that see Mendes reflect on his personal and professional growth since topping the Billboard 200 with 2020’s ‘Wonder.’
Billboard
- the vulnerable “Why Why Why,” which captures his mental health over the past few years.
Pinkvilla
- The latter of the two tracks is accompanied by a music video featuring Shawn singing about a lost love he once hoped to have a future with.
- The MV features Mendes singing along and performing with his guitar in a barn, in front of a bonfire, on the road, and in an empty concert venue. It has been directed by Anthony Wilson and Connor Brashier.
People
- The "Why Why Why" video features Mendes singing along and performing in a barn and a river, intercut with scenes of him performing in an empty venue. It was directed by Anthony Wilson and Connor Brashier.
- In the lyrics, Mendes sings of a long-lost love he hoped to have a future with until their relationship ended
- "Why Why Why" and "Isn't That Enough" mark Mendes' first new solo songs since 2023's charity single "What the Hell Are We Dying For?" Meanwhile, Shawn will be his first new album since 2020's Wonder.

Chula (song)

Rolling Stone
- Mid-set, Lovato, who is on the heels of back-to-back rock projects, joined the “Ya Supérame” group for the debut of their Spanglish, dance-pop collaboration, out Aug. 15. The track, which hears Lovato return to her pop roots, also laces some of Firme’s Mexican music elements. Lovato teased the song on social media earlier this week after being asked for new music by a fan. “Say you’re ready but I bet you not,” she captioned the post, quoting the song’s lyrics. In response, Firme’s Instagram account wrote “🤠🫶🔥” in the comments, hinting at the collab. The new song is a massive step for Firme, who was rumored to split in 2023 after Caz announced that he was retiring from music. He retracted the decision earlier this year and reunited with the group, which is halfway through their La Última Peda tour. The band has stops left in cities such as Las Vegas, San Jose, and Los Angeles through early November. When chatting with Rolling Stone in 2022, Caz said the band was open to experimenting with new genres. “If it doesn’t work, at least we tried,” he said at the time. “I’ll go home with a smile on my face because I like challenges.” Caz has stayed true to his word, joining pop star Thalía on “Te Va Doler” and Mexican reggaetonero Dani Flow on “Domperi” earlier this year. As for Lovato, she joined Slash on a cover of “Papa Was a Rolling Stone” after releasing a reimagining of her pop hits on Revamped in 2023 and her rock album Holy Fvck the year prior. “Chula” isn’t Lovato’s first foray into music in Spanish. She joined Luis Fonsi for “Échame La Culpa” in 2017.
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+* [https://www.melodicmag.com/2024/08/10/shawn-mendes-releases-why-why-why-and-isnt-that-enough-off-his-upcoming-album-shawn/ Melodic Magazine]
+** “Why Why Why” is accompanied by a music video directed and shot by Connor Brashier and Anthony Wilson.
+** The single shows off the singer’s vulnerable side as he opens up about his doubts and insecurities. The song seems to be referencing pivotal moments in his lifetime, including mental health issues that came with the cancellation of the Wonder World Tour, as well as previous relationship struggles: “I stepped off the stage with nothin’ left / All the lights were fuckin’ with my head / But here I am, singin’ songs again”.
+* [https://www.pinkvilla.com/entertainment/hollywood/shawn-mendes-new-single-reveals-the-singer-was-about-to-be-a-father-heres-all-you-need-to-know-1337590 Pinkvilla]
+** In his new single Why Why Why, Shawn Mendes reflects on a past relationship where he imagined a future as a father, expressing how the breakup profoundly affected him.
+** In the bridge of this cheerful number, Mendes gets to sing about having believed he was about to become a father. The lyric, "I thought I was about to be a father," is a testimony of deep emotion, then he sings, "Shook me to the core / I’m still a kid.”
+** The song paints the picture of a particular love affair that he hoped would go further than it did, but it failed. Mendes doesn’t make clear who this past relationship was with, nor does he go into details.
+** In his next interview with Apple Music 1’s Zane Lowe, Mendes defended why he decided to be this transparent in his works. He shares that he felt there were only two choices: to tell the truth and not to lie or the opposite view. As for the fact that the song may not be released, he comments, “It felt pointless to dance around it.”
+** "I realized there was two options for me. It was literally like, ‘I’m going to go down this path of speaking my exact truth or I’m going to dance around it,’ ” he says. “It felt pointless to dance around it, even if the song was never to see the light of day.”
+** Mendes says that he felt it was necessary to address his truth head on. He says that it was a liberating moment not only as a composer but as a man as well because he is able to be more straightforward.
+** He adds, “I was like, ‘Why are we here dancing around it?’ So yeah, it felt like I crossed a big threshold. I think it feels just really liberating, even just to be in a space where I’ve done that as a writer. Now I feel more free to do that as a human.”
+** Mendes cited that the heavy anxiety he experienced every time he told the truth in his songs stimulated his creativity. He further notes that when he was overwhelmed by anxiety during the album making process it became a joke in the studio that nerves were a sign of good music. He and the team envisioned it as a form of therapy or a means of breaking through to something profound.
+** “It was just one of those experiences where there became this joke while we were making the album that was, like, if I started to experience some pretty heavy anxiety in the studio everyone was sure that a great song was going to be coming after it because there was some sort of healing crisis, some sort of breakthrough that was supposed to happen.”
+* [https://www.telegraphindia.com/my-kolkata/try-this/listen/shawn-mendes-drops-emotional-music-video-for-sew-single-why-why-why-from-upcoming-self-titled-album/cid/2040010 Telegraph India]
+** Shawn Mendes has made a powerful return to the music scene, releasing two new singles on his 26th birthday, August 8. The Canadian singer-songwriter, known for his soulful voice and heartfelt lyrics, has dropped Why Why Why and Isn't That Enough, marking his first new music since his 2020 album Wonder.
+** The single Why Why Why delves deep into the theme of lost love, with Mendes reflecting on a past relationship that has left him shaken. In a poignant verse, he sings about the emotional turmoil of nearly becoming a father, underscoring the track’s raw and vulnerable nature.
+** Accompanying the release of Why Why Why is an evocative music video directed by Anthony Wilson and Connor Brashier. The video features Mendes performing in various settings, including a barn, by a bonfire, on the road and in an empty concert venue — all while playing his guitar. These intimate visuals complement the song’s emotional depth, offering fans a glimpse into Mendes’ reflective state.
+** Additionally, the Treat You Better singer has announced a self-titled album, set to drop on October 18, and revealed plans for '''a series of intimate concerts''' across the U.S. and U.K. from August 8 to October 24 to support the album’s release.
+* [https://ew.com/shawn-mendes-reveals-he-was-about-to-be-a-father-in-new-song-8693563 Entertainment Weekly]
+** "Why Why Why" begins as a poignant ballad, with Mendes declaring his intentions to bare his soul from the jump: "Opened up my journal to a page, / everything that hurts me's still the same.
+** By the time Mendes sings about the major sliding-doors moment of potentially becoming a father, the song has exploded into a raucous anthem with a country twang.
+** "Why Why Why" was released on August 8 alongside "Isn't That Enough," another single from his upcoming fifth studio album, Shawn. This is Mendes' first new solo song since last year's "What the Hell Are We Dying For?," which caused minor controversy for featuring an image of a wildfire smoke-covered NYC skyline, indicating the song may be read as eco-political criticism, but might also just be about ex Camilla Cabello.
+** Another line from "Why Why Why" which has fans abuzz — and might also concern Cabello — goes, "Visions of her naked in my head, / but I went off and chose myself instead." Mendes has long prized honesty in his songwriting.
+** Mendes' honesty extends to his personal mental health struggles as well. The "Señorita" singer canceled his 2023 world tour mid-circuit after consulting with a "group of health professionals." After hitting a "breaking point" he decided to "take the time I've never taken personally" to "come back stronger."
+** "It felt pointless to dance around" being honest in his new music, Mendes said in an August 9 interview on Apple Music 1 with Zane Lowe. "I think it feels just really liberating even just to be in a space where I’ve done that as a writer. Now I feel more free to do that as a human.”
+* [https://www.hola.com/us/celebrities/20240809711984/shawn-mendes-pregnancy-scare-song/ Hola]
+** The song was released on Friday and addresses all manner of insecurities that he's battled throughout his life, including his romantic partnerships, anxieties regarding performing onstage, and more.
+** These new tracks are Mendes' first solo releases since his '''charity single''' 'What the Hell Are We Dying For?' in 2023,
+* [https://www.clashmusic.com/reviews/shawn-mendes-reflects-turbulent-emotions-in-why-why-why-isnt-that-enough/ Clash]
+** After taking a two-year hiatus to focus on his mental health, Shawn Mendes has made his musical comeback, ushering in a new era in his career. His songs ‘Why Why Why’ and ‘Isn’t That Enough’, released on August 8th — his 26th birthday — are part of his fifth album, ‘Shawn’. The album’s title suggests a deeply personal and intimate collection, showcasing a more human side of the artist.
+** ‘Why Why Why’ offers a glimpse into what we can expect from the album. The song is a series of personal reflections, shifting between moments of doubt and acknowledgments of his internal struggles.
+** “I opened up my journal to a page / Everything that hurts me’s still the same / Feels like there’s nothing new for me to say / Why? Why? Why? Why? Why? Why?” he sings in the opening lines, setting a confessional tone for the track.
+** The repetition of the question “Why?” serves as a mantra of confusion, conveying the anguish of not finding clear answers to his emotional dilemmas.
+** ‘Why Why Why’ features an acoustic bop with country touches, creating an introspective and comforting atmosphere that complements the lyrical message. It’s a refreshing shift from the singer’s previous productions, highlighting his willingness to explore new sounds.
+** The most impactful moments in the song are undoubtedly when Shawn Mendes sings: “I stepped off the stage with nothing left / All the lights were fuckin’ with my head” and “Thought I was about to be a father / Shook me to the core, I’m still a kid.”
+** In the first line, he speaks about the pressure of performing on stage. Despite the toll it takes on his mental health, he continues, illustrating the complex dynamic: while exhausting, music is also a vital part of his life. The second line provides a raw and honest look at his insecurities and the weight of expectations he carries, revealing a deeply personal side that many artists prefer to keep hidden.
+** He delivers an emotionally charged performance that resonates with anyone who has ever questioned their own choices and sought to understand their feelings.
+** Both “Why Why Why” and “Isn’t That Enough” are not just additions to his music catalog but a testament to his growth as an artist and as a person.
+** Our mark: 8/10
+* [https://www.nytimes.com/2024/08/09/arts/music/playlist-shawn-mendes-kelsea-ballerini.html New York Times]
+** The stomping, acoustic-guitar driven “Why Why Why,” from his forthcoming album “Shawn,” represents a new level of candor and pathos from the 26-year-old pop star, who has returned to the spotlight but admits he still doesn’t have all the answers: “I don’t know why, why, why, why,” he croons as the instrumentation builds around him, offering fleeting catharsis in the form of a folksy, singalong chorus
+* [https://www.vulture.com/article/shawn-mendes-father-why-why-why-lyrics.html Vulture]
+** Mendes drops the revelation out of nowhere in the bridge of a song about his anxiety, a breakup, and canceling his 2022 tour.
+* [https://www.vulture.com/article/shawn-mendes-new-album-singles.html Vulture]
+** Mendes teased his folkier era with a black-and-white trailer showing him playing new single “Isn’t That Enough” for friends around a campfire, cut with other photos of him in nature (often shirtless, naturally).
+** He’s got one more for ya. 8 days after announcing his album trailer/lead single, Mendes dropped “Why Why Why” and possibly a new chapter in his lore. He sings, “Thought I was about to be a father/ Shook me to the core, I’m still a kid,” as he dances with his guitar around a campfire
+* [https://www.elitedaily.com/entertainment/shawn-mendes-why-why-why-lyrics-baby-plans Elite Daily]
+** During the bridge of “Why Why Why,” Mendes revealed that he almost became a father.
+** That’s not the only deeply personal lyric in “Why Why Why.” The bulk of the folksy pop song is about Mendes’ struggle with anxiety, with one verse describing how he felt when he canceled his 2022 Wonder tour to focus on his mental health: “I stepped off the stage with nothin' left / All the lights were f*ckin' with my head / But here I am, singin' songs again / Why, why, why? Ease my mind,” Mendes laments.
+** Mendes spoke about the process of recording the new song in an interview with Apple Music. “There kind of became this joke while we were making the album that was like, if I started to experience some pretty heavy anxiety in the studio, everyone was sure that a great song was going to be coming after it because there was some sort of healing crisis, some sort of breakthrough that was supposed to happen,” Mendes said. “There was something anthemic about those words, ‘Why, why, why.’ It almost felt like a cry. It felt like… I don’t know. It just felt powerful and beautiful.”
+* [https://people.com/shawn-mendes-reveals-he-was-about-to-be-a-father-in-new-single-why-why-why-8693132 People]
+** Throughout the track, Mendes sings of a long-lost love he hoped to have a future with until their relationship ended, though he doesn't identify who the relationship is with.
+** Mendes says that the ”heavy anxiety" that came with his honesty only motivated him further. “It was just one of those experiences where there became this joke while we were making the album that was, like, if I started to experience some pretty heavy anxiety in the studio everyone was sure that a great song was going to be coming after it because there was some sort of healing crisis, some sort of breakthrough that was supposed to happen.”
+* [https://uproxx.com/pop/shawn-mendes-why-why-why-pregnancy-scare/ Uproxx]
+** Towards the end of the track, Mendes sings (per Genius), “I thought I was about to be a father / Shook me to the core, I’m still a kid / Sometimes, I still cry out for my mother / Why, why, why? Why, why, why?” The lyric seems to suggest a pregnancy scare, and while it’s not clear who Mendes is singing about, he was most famously in a relationship with Camila Cabello for years.
+* [https://www.thelineofbestfit.com/news/shawn-mendes-releases-two-new-singles-why-why-why-and-isnt-that-enough The Line of Best Fit]
+** On Tuesday, Shawn will perform the new album at the Theatre Royal in London for a select number of fans.The upcoming album, his fifth, draws from his travels and experiences over the last few years, following the cancellation of his 2022 tour. It represents his most musically intimate and lyrically honest work to date.
+* [https://www.capitalfm.com/news/music/shawn-mendes-why-why-why-lyrics-meaning/ Capital]
+** 'Why Why Why' is a folk inspired song in which Shawn opens up about his doubts and insecurities. In the first verse, Shawn sings about writer's block: Opened up my journal to a page / Everything that hurts me's still the same / Feels like there's nothing new for me to say / Why, why, why? Why, why, why?
+** He then appears to reference a breakup. Shawn also addresses the cancellation of his 'Wonder' world tour due to mental health issues
+* [https://www.rollingstone.com/music/music-news/shawn-mendes-why-why-why-about-to-be-a-father-lyric-1235076819/ Rolling Stone]
+** The former was shared alongside a new video featuring Mendes strumming his guitar and singing inside a barn and along a river, spliced with footage of him performing solo on a dark stage. Anthony Wilson and Connor Brashier directed the visual for “Why Why Why,” while the lyrics see Mendes remember a former lover while pondering the cyclic nature of life.
+** When discussing “Why Why Why” in an upcoming interview with Zane Lowe for Apple Music, Mendes told the host that “there was something anthemic about those words.” He added, “It almost felt like a cry. It felt like … I don’t know. It just felt powerful and beautiful.”
+** He also shared that his fifth album was “the most natural thing I’ve ever made.” Mendes added that it “feels like the most natural thing to talk about it. It feels like the most natural thing to play live. And so it’s just giving me all these … It just kind of feels easier than it ever has in a really lovely way.”
+* [https://www.rollingstone.com/music/music-news/shawn-mendes-family-and-friends-tour-1235072335/ Rolling Stone]
+** Shawn Mendes Will Perform New Album From Top to Bottom on Intimate Tour
+* [https://thatgrapejuice.net/2024/08/new-songs-shawn-mendes-why-why-why-isnt-that-enough/ That Grape Juice]
+** The folksy tunes, both produced by Mike Sabbath, come as introspective musical journeys that see Mendes reflect on his personal and professional growth since topping the Billboard 200 with 2020’s ‘Wonder.’
+* [https://www.billboard.com/music/pop/shawn-mendes-singles-why-why-why-isnt-that-enough-stream-1235749908/ Billboard]
+** the vulnerable “Why Why Why,” which captures his mental health over the past few years.
+* [https://www.pinkvilla.com/entertainment/hollywood/shawn-mendes-drops-emotional-music-video-of-single-why-why-why-from-his-forthcoming-album-watch-1337204 Pinkvilla]
+** The latter of the two tracks is accompanied by a music video featuring Shawn singing about a lost love he once hoped to have a future with.
+** The MV features Mendes singing along and performing with his guitar in a barn, in front of a bonfire, on the road, and in an empty concert venue. It has been directed by Anthony Wilson and Connor Brashier.
+* [https://people.com/shawn-mendes-music-video-new-single-why-why-why-8692905 People]
+** The "Why Why Why" video features Mendes singing along and performing in a barn and a river, intercut with scenes of him performing in an empty venue. It was directed by Anthony Wilson and Connor Brashier.
+** In the lyrics, Mendes sings of a long-lost love he hoped to have a future with until their relationship ended
+** "Why Why Why" and "Isn't That Enough" mark Mendes' first new solo songs since 2023's charity single "What the Hell Are We Dying For?" Meanwhile, Shawn will be his first new album since 2020's Wonder.
+= Chula (song) =
 * [https://www.rollingstone.com/music/music-latin/demi-lovato-grupo-firme-chula-1235073549/ Rolling Stone]
 ** Mid-set, Lovato, who is on the heels of back-to-back rock projects, joined the “Ya Supérame” group for the debut of their Spanglish, dance-pop collaboration, out Aug. 15. The track, which hears Lovato return to her pop roots, also laces some of Firme’s Mexican music elements. Lovato teased the song on social media earlier this week after being asked for new music by a fan. “Say you’re ready but I bet you not,” she captioned the post, quoting the song’s lyrics. In response, Firme’s Instagram account wrote “🤠🫶🔥” in the comments, hinting at the collab. The new song is a massive step for Firme, who was rumored to split in 2023 after Caz announced that he was retiring from music. He retracted the decision earlier this year and reunited with the group, which is halfway through their La Última Peda tour. The band has stops left in cities such as Las Vegas, San Jose, and Los Angeles through early November. When chatting with Rolling Stone in 2022, Caz said the band was open to experimenting with new genres. “If it doesn’t work, at least we tried,” he said at the time. “I’ll go home with a smile on my face because I like challenges.” Caz has stayed true to his word, joining pop star Thalía on “Te Va Doler” and Mexican reggaetonero Dani Flow on “Domperi” earlier this year. As for Lovato, she joined Slash on a cover of “Papa Was a Rolling Stone” after releasing a reimagining of her pop hits on Revamped in 2023 and her rock album Holy Fvck the year prior. “Chula” isn’t Lovato’s first foray into music in Spanish. She joined Luis Fonsi for “Échame La Culpa” in 2017.

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