Call Me When You Break Up Lyrics – Selena Gomez, benny blanco & Gracie Abrams

“Call Me When You Break Up” is a new english song by Selena Gomez and Gracie Abrams, released on SelenaGomez’s official YouTube channel. Written by Julia Michaels, benny blanco, Dylan Brady, Gracie Abrams, Justin Tranter, Robin Fredriksson, Cashmere Cat, Mattias Larsson, and Selena Gomez, and produced by Cashmere Cat and Dylan Brady, the song delivers an emotionally raw and melancholic atmosphere. With its intimate lyrics and soft yet haunting melodies, the track explores longing, heartbreak, and the lingering attachment to a past relationship.

The song captures the desperate desire to remain in someone’s life even after a breakup, portraying the pain of watching an ex move on while still holding onto hope for reconciliation. Selena Gomez’s verses express yearning and nostalgia, wanting to be the person her ex turns to when things fall apart. Gracie Abrams adds another layer of vulnerability, depicting the struggle of searching for distractions but never truly moving on. The song’s cyclical chorus and introspective lyrics emphasize the deep emotional turmoil of heartbreak, making it a poignant anthem for those who have ever struggled to let go.

Call Me When You Break Up Details

Call Me When You Break Up Lyrics

[Intro]
Your call has been forwarded to an automatic voice message system
**** is not available
At the tone, please record your message

[Verse 1: Selena Gomez]
Call me when you break up
I wanna be the first one on your mind when you wake up
I miss the way we’d stay up
We’d talk about forever when I’m takin’ off my makeup
Call me when you break up
And maybe for a time I could have the space they take up
And make you forget what their name was
And when you’re feelin’ down, I can show you what you’re made of

[Chorus: Selena Gomez]
Call me when you break up (Ah-ah-ah, ah-ah-ah, ah, ah)
Call me when you break up (Ah-ah-ah, ah-ah-ah, ah, ah)

[Post-Chorus: Selena Gomez]
I’ll make it worth it, I’ll make it worth it
I’ll make it worth it, I’ll make it worth it
I’ll make it worth it, I’ll make it worth it
I’ll make it worth it (And maybe you could)

[Verse 2: Gracie Abrams]
Call me when you break up
I’m battlin’ the lack of us, I’ve looked for medication
Tried every obvious replacement
In bars, in strangers’ beds until my faith was in the basement
Won’t you call me when you break up?
I feel so outta luck, I’m skipping cracks along the pavement
Look, I’m emotionally bankrupt
We’re so meant for each other, I mean, God, when will you wake up, wake up?

[Chorus: Selena Gomez, Gracie Abrams, Both]
Call me when you break up (Ah-ah-ah, ah-ah-ah, ah, ah)
Call me when you break up (Ah-ah-ah, ah-ah-ah, ah, ah)

[Post-Chorus: Selena Gomez & Gracie Abrams, Gracie Abrams]
I’ll make it worth it, I’ll make it worth it
I’ll make it worth it, I’ll make it worth it
I’ll make it worth it, I’ll make it worth it
I’ll make it worth it (And maybe you—)
Oh, you picked up, um

[Outro: Selena Gomez]
Call me when you break up
Unless you found the person that you want a new name from
I’d like to be there when that day comes
You know I’m always here, so don’t ever be a stranger

Call Me When You Break Up Lyrics Meaning

[Intro]
The song opens with an automated voicemail message, setting the tone for the theme of missed connections and unanswered calls. This detail symbolizes the emotional distance and unavailability of the person being addressed. The lack of response foreshadows the one-sided longing present throughout the song, immediately pulling listeners into its melancholic atmosphere.

[Verse 1: Selena Gomez]
Selena Gomez expresses the lingering attachment she feels toward an ex, hoping to be the first person they think of when they wake up. Her words suggest that even after the breakup, she still holds onto memories of late-night conversations and emotional intimacy. She wishes to momentarily reclaim the space that their new partner occupies, offering herself as a comforting presence. The verse subtly conveys a sense of denial and longing, as she struggles to let go of the relationship.

[Chorus: Selena Gomez]
The repetition of “Call me when you break up” reinforces the desperate plea for reconnection. The melodic delivery of the chorus amplifies the emotional weight of the message, making it feel like a mantra for someone unwilling to move on. The simplicity of these lines highlights the raw vulnerability at the core of the song, with Selena openly expressing her desire to be needed again.

[Post-Chorus: Selena Gomez]
Selena reassures that she will “make it worth it,” suggesting that if her ex reaches out, she will offer them comfort, support, and possibly even rekindle what they once had. The repetition of this line mirrors an internal dialogue, emphasizing her unwavering hope that they will choose her when their current relationship fails.

[Verse 2: Gracie Abrams]
Gracie Abrams introduces a contrasting perspective, detailing her personal struggle with moving on. She confesses to seeking solace in distractions—medication, casual encounters, and aimless wandering—but none of them fill the void left behind. Her lyrics depict emotional exhaustion and frustration, with a desperate plea for her former partner to “wake up” and realize they are meant to be together. This verse deepens the song’s narrative, showing the universal pain of clinging to a love that no longer exists.

[Chorus: Selena Gomez, Gracie Abrams, Both]
With both artists now singing the chorus, the shared experience of heartbreak becomes even more poignant. Their voices intertwine, emphasizing the universality of the emotions they describe. By repeating the same plea, the song reinforces the idea that love and longing are cyclical, making it difficult to truly move forward.

[Post-Chorus: Selena Gomez & Gracie Abrams, Gracie Abrams]
The post-chorus continues the theme of reassurance, with both singers insisting they will “make it worth it.” The final line, “Oh, you picked up, um,” suggests a sudden moment of hope—perhaps the ex has finally responded. However, the hesitation in the delivery hints at uncertainty, leaving the listener questioning whether this moment will bring closure or more heartache.

[Outro: Selena Gomez]
In the closing lines, Selena Gomez presents a bittersweet acceptance of reality. She acknowledges that if her ex has truly found someone new, she will step aside—but not without making it clear that she will always be there. The phrase “so don’t ever be a stranger” subtly conveys lingering attachment, suggesting that while she is willing to let go, a part of her will always hold on to the possibility of rekindling what once was.

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