The song envisions a world where women hold positions of power, with Max famously declaring that while "kings are great," "queens are better".
: It features a direct nod to Alice's Adventures in Wonderland with the line "Disobey me, then baby, it's off with your head". Musical Production
Despite launching just as global lockdowns began, the song became a massive commercial success: Ava Max - Kings & Queens
: It reached number 13 on the Billboard Hot 100 and topped charts in multiple countries, including Poland, Israel, and Slovenia.
Released on , as the lead single from her debut album Heaven & Hell , " Kings & Queens " solidified Ava Max as a global pop mainstay. The track is a high-energy power pop anthem that champions female empowerment and gender equality . Core Message and Lyrics The song envisions a world where women hold
: Max intended the song for women who have been told they belong at home rather than in a career, encouraging them to reach for great accomplishments.
: Co-written by legendary songwriter Desmond Child , the track interpolates the melody from Bonnie Tyler's "If You Were a Woman (And I Was a Man)". Released on , as the lead single from
: The lyrics utilize clever chess metaphors , noting that while the king can only move one space, the "queens are free to go wherever they like".