The video's final scene, where Ariana leans in to kiss the girlfriend, faced backlash for "queer-baiting".
Ariana Grande ’s music video for is more than just a pop anthem about boredom and desire. Directed by Hannah Lux Davis , it features a star-studded cast including Charles Melton and Ariel Yasmine . The video's final scene, where Ariana leans in
By "breaking up" with the boy to kiss the girl, Ariana isn't stealing a man—she's choosing to love herself instead of seeking validation from toxic relationships. 2. The Queer-Baiting Debate The video's final scene