Loreen Hate The Way I Love You 2017

She’s the multi-talented storyteller who continues to enchant us with her legendary Eurovision 2012 winner Euphoria. Now, following another classic Melodifestivalen entry and a summer of stellar releases, Loreen’s brilliant 2017 continues with “Hate The Way I Love You”.

It’s the second cut from the Swedish goddess’ sophomore album, following the lead single “’71 Charger” which dropped earlier this month. And after listening, we’re even more excited for the LP’s arrival in November!

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The same old process… #HTWILY

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She teased us for days with dark lyric excerpts on Instagram, finally releasing “Hate the Way I Love You” at the stroke of midnight on Friday. At over six and half minutes, it’s her longest song yet.

However, all that time is spent delivering a whirlwind of emotions and beautifully rich instrumentation. Next to the defiance of “Statements” and “’71 Charger”, “Hate the Way I Love You”, while still very dark, is much more intimate and sensitive.

In front of a fast-paced drum beat and sumptuous violin strings, Loreen sings about an abusive relationship she can’t leave. Her high notes really hit home in the chorus: “You’re the reason I’m a mess / I gotta get you out / I hate the way I love you / But I love you”.

It’s definitely a long way from the everlasting joy of the dance-based “Euphoria”. But Loreen does this so well. Every single second adds more and more to the captivating pain and torment of destructive love.

Loreen “Hate the Way I Love You” (Official Audio)

“Hate The Way I Love You” is possibly one of Loreen’s most magical performances. While the singer is notorious for her poor enunciation, it really comes alive here and suits the incredibly passionate sound.

It seems that her latest album won’t be the Eurodance she was known for. But, from what we’ve seen of her latest works, it will be all the better for it.

Loreen’s sophomore album – RIDE – is out on 24 November. Back in 2012 we described “Heal” as “a work of art”. It looks like Loreen has much more art within her yet!

So what do you think of Loreen’s darker sound? Do you like her latest song? What are you hoping for from RIDE? Let us know below!

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David
David
6 years ago

so you’re telling me you’re immediately reviewing ALL of her singles but not the album they were leading up to? I hope you just take your time to write an in depth review of this gorgeous LP…

Bob
Bob
6 years ago

It’s magical! As always! Loreen <3

brunowskii
brunowskii
6 years ago

Bravo, Queen Loreen!!!
Absolutely fabulous, as always….
The best precious that ESC gave us

Purple Mask
Purple Mask
6 years ago

Loreen is musically one of the best I have ever heard, and she still is. This recording has a lot of different influences, while the song itself is heartbreaking.

Martin
Martin
6 years ago

I just broke up with my boyfriend of 2 years and it’s just astounding to the degree with which I relate to this song. I never knew how much I needed this exact track in my life. Funny how life works out sometimes! “I hate the way I love you. But I love you.”

Purple Mask
Purple Mask
6 years ago
Reply to  Martin

Hugs, Martin. Hope you feel better soon.

Martin
Martin
6 years ago
Reply to  Purple Mask

Thank you 🙂 this made my day!

brunowskii
brunowskii
6 years ago
Reply to  Martin

Better days will always shine, Martin
Wish u all the best 😉

Sale
Sale
6 years ago

Meh

Gaby Gusto
Gaby Gusto
6 years ago

there’s no other ESC artist I love more
Loreen’s new album will be massive. yay