Ariana Grande's New Song Hints at Ricky Alvarez Romance

Ariana Grande's eighth studio album, "Petal," released on August 2, 2026, is generating buzz with the song "Bad Thing (Bunny Hop)." Fans are convinced the lyrics detail a rekindled romance with her former boyfriend, Ricky Alvarez. The song's narrative includes lines about learning someone's body language and falling in love for the second time, echoing Grande's past relationship with Alvarez from 2015 to 2016.

Further fueling speculation, the "bunny hop" in the song title is being linked by fans to Grande's "Dangerous Woman" album, where she famously sported bunny ears. The lyrics also allude to a "good boy through all of this noise," potentially referencing the public scrutiny Grande has faced recently, including her relationship with Ethan Slater. Grande and Alvarez have been seen together frequently, including at her "Eternal Sunshine Tour" shows, where she has updated lyrics to reflect their reunited romance.