Despite its international sound, the production includes a Bağlama (a traditional Turkish stringed instrument) played by King Henry, grounding the track in Tilki's cultural roots. 2. Lyrical Themes: Moving On
The track is notable for its "All-Star" collaboration, involving some of the biggest names in Western pop:
The lyrics serve as a "kiss-off" anthem to a partner who is oblivious or unsupportive.
"Ain't goin' backwards now / Ain't doin' retrograde" emphasizes self-empowerment and the refusal to return to toxic patterns.
The song was co-written by Dua Lipa , Sarah Hudson, and Clarence Coffee Jr. It is frequently cited as a track originally intended for Dua Lipa's Future Nostalgia era.