Julia Michaels - Issues -

It explores the vulnerabilities and "baggage" present in a relationship. The core message is that while both partners have their own mental and emotional struggles, they are willing to accept each other's flaws to stay together.

Michaels has been open about her own struggles with anxiety and panic attacks, which deeply informed the "raw" and "real" feeling of the track. Composition and Production Julia Michaels - Issues

It was co-written and produced by heavy-hitters Benny Blanco and Stargate . It explores the vulnerabilities and "baggage" present in

The song was written in about an hour following a "stupid" fight Michaels had with her boyfriend. At the time, her boyfriend (a music producer) was working in a neighboring studio while she channeled her frustration into the lyrics. Composition and Production It was co-written and produced

The track features a "raindrop-esque" beat and a minimalist, almost mathematical consistency that highlights Michaels' unique vocal delivery.

"Issues" is the debut solo single by American singer-songwriter Julia Michaels, released on January 13, 2017. After years of writing hits for artists like Justin Bieber and Selena Gomez, Michaels chose this track as her debut because its message was too personal to give away.