Ava Max - Everytime I Cry (official Video) Apr 2026

Ava Max described the song as a "river of hope," inspired by the collective hardships of recent years. The recurring lyric, "Every time I cry, I get a little bit stronger," serves as a mantra for anyone navigating tough times. It challenges the social stigma that showing emotion is a weakness, instead framing it as a human necessity for personal growth.

The video opens with Ava awakening in a barren, Martian-like landscape, appearing injured and alone. Ava Max - EveryTime I Cry (Official Video)

The track was co-written and produced by Cirkut and Sean Myer , with additional writing credits from Lauren Aquilina and Caroline Pennell. Ava Max described the song as a "river