"you broke me first" is a pop song by Canadian singer-songwriter Tate McRae, released in 2020. It became a massive viral hit on TikTok, known for its raw lyrics about the pain of a one-sided breakup and the empowerment of finally moving on. The song's minimalist production and McRae's emotive vocal delivery resonated deeply with a global audience, helping to launch her into mainstream success. It is considered a defining song of the early 2020s "sad pop" genre.