What makes Everytime I Cry by Ava Max notable?

The song received positive reviews for its catchy hooks and emotional depth, charting in multiple countries including reaching the Top 40 in the US. Its success added to Ava Max's reputation for blending personal themes with upbeat production, influencing trends within contemporary pop music. Released on June 8, 2021, Everytime I Cry is Ava Max's first major single after her debut album, Heaven & Hell. Following a successful breakout in 2020 with hits like 'Sweet but Psycho', this track solidified her presence in the dance-pop genre while showcasing her growth as an artist.

How many songs are on Everytime I Cry?

Everytime I Cry has 1 track, running approximately 2 minutes.

Everytime I Cry

Ava Max · 2021

2 min · 1 track · dance-pop

Ava Max delivers an energetic dance-pop anthem infused with heartfelt lyrics and an infectious chorus that resonates with vulnerability.

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EveryTime I Cry — This title track encapsulates the album's theme of navigating personal struggles while maintaining an uplifting sound, making it a quintessential Ava Max anthem.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

51 /100

Foothills

Higher than 34% of albums we've rated

Ava Max's single combines energetic production with personal themes, making it engaging yet familiar.

What we noticed

The song features a driving four-on-the-floor beat that maintains energy throughout its duration.
The chorus is characterized by layered vocal harmonies that create a rich, anthemic sound.
The verses employ a call-and-response structure, allowing for dynamic shifts in intensity.

Composition 25% of the score: 6/10
Craft 20% of the score: 7/10
Durability 25% of the score: 5/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 6/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 8/10

Influence 2/10

Little footprint beyond its audience. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.

Where this album fits

In the catalog: Breakthrough — This single solidified Ava Max's reputation after her debut album success.
Career context: Released on June 8, 2021, Everytime I Cry is Ava Max's first major single after her debut album, Heaven & Hell. Following a successful breakout in 2020 with hits like 'Sweet but Psycho', this track solidified her presence in the dance-pop genre while showcasing her growth as an artist.
Stylistic neighbors: Dua Lipa· Tove Lo· Charli XCX