“bittersweet” by Madison Beer is the second official single from her highly anticipated third studio album, locket. Released on October 10, 2025, through Epic Records and Sing It Loud! Records, the track captures Madison’s signature emotional honesty, blending heartfelt vulnerability with graceful empowerment. Following her first single, “yes baby,” this song continues to showcase the softer, more reflective side of her evolving artistry — one that merges delicate pop production with lyrical rawness and maturity.
In “bittersweet,” Madison Beer unveils a narrative of release and realization. The song portrays the conflicting emotions that follow the end of a relationship — that space between sadness and peace where self-discovery begins. Through poignant lines like “I know I should be bitter, but baby, right now I’m bittersweet”, Madison channels strength through acceptance, expressing that healing doesn’t always come from anger, but often from clarity. Her vocals glide seamlessly over the minimalist yet cinematic instrumental, allowing her emotion to take center stage.
The track, first hinted at in the “yes baby” music video and confirmed via her Instagram Story and TikTok, holds a special place as the final song added to MB3. It symbolizes the closure of both an emotional chapter and the creative process behind the album. With its honesty and reflective tone, “bittersweet” resonates deeply, reminding listeners that self-love often begins where heartbreak ends.
Dive into the bittersweet lyrics below and experience Madison Beer’s delicate balance of heartbreak and healing. Don’t miss other MB3 tracks for more of Madison’s cinematic and soul-baring pop artistry.
| Lead Vocals | Madison Beer |
| Songwriter | Madison Beer, One Love, Madi Yanofsky & Jon Robert Hall |
| Music Producer | One Love & Madison Beer |
| Background Vocals | One Love & Madison Beer |
| Composer | Madison Beer, One Love, Madi Yanofsky & Jon Robert Hall |
| Distributor | Epic Records, Sing It Loud Records, LCC & Sony Music Entertainment |
| Label | Epic Records & Sing It Loud Records, LCC |
| Video Camera Operator | Flo Karpenko |
| Video Editor | Heisenberg |
| Release Date | October 10, 2025 |
| Song Language | English |
| Copyright © | Epic Records, Sing It Loud Records, LCC & Sony Music Entertainment |
| Publisher | Angerball Music, Kobalt Music, Universal Music Group, Blue Cocoon, Reservoir Media, Sony Music Publishing UK, Sony Music Entertainment & Delacey Music |
Lyrics of bittersweet by Madison Beer
[Verse 1]
Can’t Believe It Ends This Way
Thought You’d Always Stay
Now I Gotta Wonder What I’ve Changed
Think I Have To Go
Walking All Alone
Hate To See It All Go Down The Drain
[Pre-Chorus]
Wanted To Be With You
Wanted To Make It Through
But Did You?
I Swear I Knew
[Chorus]
Now That It’s Over, You’ll Blame It All On Me
I Know I Should Be Bitter, But Baby
Right Now I’m Bittersweet
I’m Getting Over What You Put Me Through
And I’d Say I’m Done Crying, But Baby
I Don’t Lie Like You Do
[Post-Chorus]
You Do, You Do
Right Now I’m Bittersweet
Ooh, Mm
Right Now I’m Bittersweet
[Verse 2]
One Day, I’ll Wake Up Sad
But Go To Bed So Glad
Knowing You Know What You Could’ve Had
Now I’m Choosing Me
It Wasn’t So Easy
God Forbid Forever On My Knees
[Pre-Chorus]
Know You Won’t Make It Right
Can’t Look Me In The Eyes
Good For You
I Always Think I Knew
[Chorus]
Now That It’s Over, You’ll Blame It All On Me
I Know I Should Be Bitter, But Baby
Right Now I’m Bittersweet
I’m Getting Over What You Put Me Through
And I’d Say I’m Done Crying, But Baby
I Don’t Lie Like You Do
[Post-Chorus]
You Do, You Do
Right Now I’m Bittersweet
Ooh, Mm
Right Now I’m Bittersweet
[Bridge]
I Lay Awake Thinkin’, “How Did I Let You Go?”
Gettin’ Away Unscathed For So Damn Long
I Got Away, Took My Time, I’m Okay Alone
And You’ll Stay Knowing
You Forever Know How Hard I Tried With You, Oh
[Chorus]
Now That It’s Over, You’ll Blame It All On Me
I Know I Should Be Bitter, But Baby
Right Now I’m Bittersweet
I’m Getting Over What You Put Me Through
And I’d Say I’m Done Crying, But Baby
I Don’t Lie Like You Do
[Outro]
You Do, You Do
Right Now I’m Bittersweet
Ooh, Mm (Ooh)
Right Now I’m Bittersweet
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