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Ariana Grande is expressing her gratitude to fans after receiving an overwhelming response to her latest track, Hate That I Made You Love Me.
The Grammy-winning singer, who recently released multiple versions of the song, took to Instagram to share a heartfelt note with her followers. The post came after fans showed strong support for the new single, which has quickly become a major talking point among her listeners.
“Grateful & excited beyond measure… ꕤ ｡˚ ! ! ! ! !” Grande wrote over a collage featuring a photo from the first-ever melody demo of the track.
The 7 Rings hitmaker went on to thank her fans for embracing the song in all its forms. “Thank you for showing hate that I made you love me so so much love…” she added.
Grande also used the moment to ask fans about their preferred version of the track, writing, “Which version is your favorite?” She concluded her message by sharing how touched she felt by the response. “I’m overwhelmed with gratitude [pair of ballerina shoe emojis]!”
The singer also reminded fans about her upcoming Eternal Sunshine Tour, adding, “see you in two sleeps”
Grande first debuted the original version of Hate That I Made You Love Me on May 29. Since then, she has continued to expand the release by dropping several alternate editions, giving fans different ways to experience the track.
Following the original single, the former Nickelodeon and Disney star released Live From Rehearsal, A Cappella, and Instrumental versions. Each edition offered a different side of the song, highlighting Grande’s vocals, arrangement, and emotional delivery.
On Thursday, June 4, the 32-year-old pop star surprised fans once again by releasing two more versions of the lead single from her upcoming album. She unveiled a Guitar-Only version along with a Stripped version, both of which further showcased the song’s softer and more intimate tone.
The new releases have fueled excitement among fans, who have been actively discussing their favorite versions online. Many praised Grande’s vocals and the emotional depth of the track, while others appreciated the variety of arrangements made available.
Notably, Grande’s upcoming eighth studio album is titled Petal. The highly anticipated project is scheduled for release on July 31.
With the release of Hate That I Made You Love Me and its multiple versions, Grande appears to be setting the tone for a new musical era, while keeping her fans closely involved in the journey.
