Pop-stars turned past love stories into THESE biggest hits

Love and heartbreak have always fueled some of the greatest music ever written. From emotional confessions to indirect messages, many chart-topping songs were inspired by real-life relationships between celebrities.

Here’s a look at some of the few famous tracks penned for and about equally famous ex-partners.

Call Out My Name – The Weeknd for Selena Gomez

The Weeknd’s 2018 track Call Out My Name from the My Dear Melancholy album is generally accepted by fans to be about his relationship with Selena Gomez as the song.

The emotional lyrics touch on heartbreak hinting at the singer’s feelings after their split and her reunion with Justin Bieber.

Flowers – Miley Cyrus for Liam Hemsworth

Miley Cyrus turned heartbreak into empowerment with Flowers. 

The 2023 hit reflects on her marriage to Liam Hemsworth, celebrating self-love and independence with a catchy beat that became an instant anthem for moving on.

It is believed by fans that the song is seemingly about the 35-year-old actor as they pointed out "easter eggs" in the lyrics as well as the music video. 

Major hints include the song's release date on Liam's birthday, lyrical references to their former Malibu home

Sorry – Justin Bieber for Selena Gomez

Justin’s 2015 single Sorry became a global hit; fans speculated it was his public apology to Selena Gomez.

Style – Taylor Swift for Harry Styles

Taylor Swift’s Style takes fans back to the electric chemistry she once shared with Harry Styles, a short-lived but unforgettable chapter in the Blank Space singer's life.

Although the pop-sensation has not confirmed whether the song is about the former One Direction member, it is widely believed by fans that the song is about him as they interpreted various lyrical details that point to Styles, such as references to his signature look and even his band's music.

These include the "long hair slicked back" and "white t-shirt," which described his signature look. Other lyrics are thought to reference his music, like "Take me home" allegedly referring to One Direction's album Take Me Home.