The song was a major pivot for Lovato, described by Stereogum as the start of an "undeniable" next chapter in her career. It was ranked as one of the best songs of 2015 by Digital Spy and Village Voice.
Experts define it as a "breezy, dusky pop serenade" that mixes synth-pop with husky rock guitars. Cool for the Summer
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Scientific American and other health sources recommend avoiding alcohol and caffeine, as they can encourage dehydration during peak heat. Cool for the Summer