Jason Derulo is back, and he’s asking the question we sometimes whisper to ourselves at 3 a.m.: Who hurt you? The soulful, vulnerable new single “Who Hurt You” dropped in early October 2025, unveiling a fragile heart wrapped in sleek production and cinematic visuals.
A sonic balm for broken places
Over a crisp beat crafted by producer Kyle “IRV” Harrington, Derulo delivers a vocal performance that swings between seduction and sincerity. Lines like, “You need some healing / Come get this love you’ve been missing tonight / I know the feeling / Point out the one that you cut out your life” cut straight to the core. This isn’t just another club track — it’s a confession, a plea, and a promise all at once.
At just over two and a half minutes, the song doesn’t waste a second. Every note, every pause feels deliberate — as if he’s holding space for your wounds while offering a little bit of his own heart in return.
Visuals that bend toward dark romance
Directed by Jeremy Strong, the music video unfolds like a moody fever dream. Gothic tones, shadowy lighting, and expressive choreography create a space that’s equal parts heartbreak and seduction. Derulo moves like a wounded king, surrounded by dancers who mirror his ache — a physical manifestation of emotional scars that refuse to fade quietly.
It’s theatrical, it’s stylish, and most of all, it’s honest. The visual doesn’t just decorate the song — it deepens it.
Where it lands in Derulo’s evolution
Since his Nu King era in 2024, Derulo has favored releasing powerful singles rather than rushing into another full album. “Who Hurt You” feels like the emotional centerpiece of this next chapter — a shift from party-floor anthems to something far more introspective.
After years of ruling pop and TikTok with effortless swagger, Derulo is peeling back the polish to reveal his bruised but beating heart.
What this song wants you to feel
“Who Hurt You” doesn’t romanticize pain — it transforms it. The song feels like a reminder that healing is messy, but it’s also magnetic. The hurt is real, but so is the hope.
Jason Derulo isn’t just asking who hurt you — he’s showing that sometimes, music can help you start to answer.
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