I Know What You Did Last Summer (feat. Shawn Mendes)

Camila Cabello and Shawn Mendes' duet 'I Know What You Did Last Summer' delves into the emotional turmoil and tension that arise from infidelity. The song captures the raw and painful emotions experienced by both parties in a relationship marred by secrets and lies. The repeated phrase 'I know what you did last summer' serves as a haunting reminder of the betrayal, emphasizing the lingering impact of the deceit on their relationship.

The lyrics reveal a narrative of suspicion and guilt. Cabello's lines, 'Dirty secrets that I keep / Does he know it's killing me?' and 'Another's hands have touched my skin,' suggest that she has been unfaithful and is now grappling with the consequences. Mendes' perspective, on the other hand, reflects the pain of realizing that his partner has been dishonest. The lines 'It's tearing me apart / She's slipping away' and 'Am I just hanging on to all the words she used to say?' highlight his struggle to come to terms with the betrayal and the fading connection between them.

The song's chorus, with its plea for honesty—'Tell me where you've been'—underscores the desperate need for truth and closure. The repetition of 'I know' throughout the song amplifies the sense of inevitability and the inescapable reality of the situation. The interplay between Cabello and Mendes' vocals adds depth to the narrative, portraying the dual perspectives of the betrayed and the betrayer. Ultimately, 'I Know What You Did Last Summer' is a poignant exploration of the complexities of trust, guilt, and the emotional aftermath of infidelity.