The midtempo song "Thank U, Next" references past splits and expresses gratitude for what she has learned from the relationships. She talks about a Sean - she dated rapper Big Sean - and a Pete and Malcolm, which is the real first name of Miller. She says she wishes she could thank Malcolm and calls him an angel. The rapper died of a drug overdose in September.
In the song, she sings about her new love - "Ari" - and says "She taught me, love, she taught me patience."
Meanwhile, an emotional Davidson referenced the split on "SNL," calling her a "wonderful, strong person."