Fue Mejor delivers a silky blend of Spanish and English where Kali Uchis and SZA turn a breakup into a victory lap. Over a dreamy R&B groove, they look back at a love that felt tempting yet never truly belonged to them. The chorus imagery of “flying so I never fall” sets the tone: instead of clinging to a relationship that undervalued them, they choose to rise above it, trading material trappings and old memories for self-worth and freedom.
Throughout the song they celebrate rediscovery. Lines about driving off at midnight, “tattoos without ink,” and teaching an ex everything he now shares with someone else remind us how unforgettable experiences can linger even when people part ways. Still, the overall message is bright: walking away might sting for a moment, but it clears space for personal growth and the possibility of a healthier love. Fue mejor—it was better—to leave than to lose themselves, and that confident energy makes every beat feel like liberation.
Kali Uchis, born Karly Marina Loaiza on July 17, 1994, in Alexandria, Virginia, is a Colombian-American singer and songwriter celebrated for her unique blend of contemporary R&B, neo soul, and Latin music. Growing up with roots in both the United States and Colombia, she learned piano and saxophone in high school and began her music career with the genre-defying mixtape Drunken Babble in 2012.
Uchis gained wider acclaim with her 2015 EP Por Vida and broke through with her debut studio album Isolation in 2018, earning critical praise and notable collaborations. She is known for her smooth vocals and fusion of cultural influences, highlighted by her viral Spanish-language single "Telepatía" from the album Sin Miedo (2020). With multiple awards, including a Grammy, Kali Uchis continues to captivate audiences with her evocative sound and artistic versatility.