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"Made You Look" is a song by Meghan Trainor from her album Takin' It Back. It's about body image and encourages listeners to embrace their natural beauty. Critics liked the song and compared it to Trainor's past work. There was a popular dance challenge set to the song on TikTok. In the US, it reached number 11 on the Billboard Hot 100. The song also did well in other countries and the music video features social media influencers. Trainor has performed the song on TV shows like The Today Show and The Tonight Show. Meghan Trainor struggled with her third album, rewriting it multiple times to adapt to changes in the music industry. After the success of her song "Title" on TikTok, she decided to pivot to a doo-wop sound for her next album. The single "Made You Look" was released as the second single from her album Takin' It Back, and it was accompanied by various remixes and versions. Kim Petras also collaborated on a remix of the song. "Made You Look" is a two minute and 14 seconds long doo-wop song produced by Vindver. It features horns, layered harmonies, and bass and brass instruments. The lyrics promote self-love and confidence, with Trainor encouraging her listeners to embrace their natural beauty. She namechecks luxury fashion houses and describes herself as jaw-dropping and irresistible. Critics compared "Made You Look" to Trainor's previous songs, with some praising its nostalgia and branding efforts. The flirtatious approach of the song was also discussed, with critics noting Trainor's louder and sexier sound and the cheeky and flirty attitude displayed in the song. The remix by Petras was also well-received for its sexy verse. "Made You Look" was Meghan Trainor's highest-charting single in years and was seen as a comeback for her by some media outlets. The song reached number 11 on the Billboard Hot 100 and became her first song to enter the top 40 since 2016. It also performed well internationally, reaching the top 10 in the UK, Australia, and New Zealand, and receiving certifications in multiple countries.