About Kings & Queens

"Kings & Queens" is a song by American singer Ava Max, released on March 12, 2020, through Atlantic Records as the fifth single from her debut studio album, Heaven & Hell (2020). The power pop song was written by Max, Brett McLaughlin, Desmond Child, Hillary Bernstein, Jakke Erixon, Madison Love, Mimoza Blinsson, and producers Cirkut and RedOne. It consists of an electric guitar with synthesizers, and contains an interpolation of Bonnie Tyler's 1986 song "If You Were a Woman (And I Was a Man)", which was additionally used in Bon Jovi's 1986 song "You Give Love a Bad Name". The lyrics express the message of women's empowerment.

"Kings & Queens" received generally favorable reviews from music critics, many of whom praised the production, guitar solo, and lyrics. The song peaked at number one in Israel, Poland, and Slovenia, while also charting on the US Billboard Hot 100 at number 13, and on the UK Singles Chart at number 19. It is certified platinum in nine countries, including the United States and United Kingdom. An accompanying music video was directed by Isaac Rentz and released on March 27, 2020, which depicts a Khaleesi-inspired Max dancing in a heaven-themed throne room alongside a group of dancers while feasting at a banquet. A second version of the song titled "Kings & Queens, Pt. 2" was released on August 6, 2020, which featured American singer Lauv and rapper Saweetie.