Only Love Can Save Us Now

"Only Love Can Save Us Now" is a song by American singer-songwriter Kesha from her fifth studio album, Gag Order (2023). The song was released as the third single for the album on May 17, 2023, ahead of the album's full release on May 19, 2023. An official lyric video was released the same day. The song was written and produced by Kesha, Stint, and Jussifer, along with producer Rick Rubin. The song features the singer rapping about the problems she faces daily. Lyrically, it features Kesha looking to a higher power in difficult times and contains many religious references. The track mixes contrasting genres and opens with an electronic production before transitioning to acoustic guitar on the chorus as Kesha praises the power of love while backed by a gospel choir. The song also contains elements of country and gospel. The singer also alludes to her legal issues with producer Dr. Luke, whom she sued for alleged sexual assault and battery, with lyrics: "I’m getting sued because my mom has been tweeting/ Don’t fucking tell me that I’m dealing with reason." According to Kesha on her social medias, the song is a "desperate and angry prayer" and reflects on her "mental pendulum swings".