: Some viewers found the video " cringy " or distracting, arguing that the slapstick comedy and heavy product placement detracted from the song's emotional weight.
The official music video for "Loser" was released on October 7, 2022, coinciding with the launch of Charlie Puth's self-titled third studio album, CHARLIE . Directed by Phillip R. Lopez, the video famously leans into a bumbling, Western-themed aesthetic that stands in sharp contrast to the song's vulnerable lyrics about a failed relationship. Creative Concept and Visual Style Charlie Puth - Loser (Official Music Video)
: The video concludes with the two versions of Charlie in a duel, which some viewers interpreted as a metaphor for him sabotaging his own career or persona. Song Origins and Lyrics : Some viewers found the video " cringy
: The song is reportedly inspired by a breakup from 2019, where Puth felt he didn't give his partner enough attention. Audience and Critical Reception Lopez, the video famously leans into a bumbling,