Ariana Grande is facing criticism for not showing remorse in her new single "Yes, And?" about her relationship with Ethan Slater, her co-star in Wicked. The song includes lyrics that address the controversy, with Grande asking why people care about her personal life. Those close to Slater's ex-wife, Lilly Jay, called Grande's attitude disrespectful and accused her of lacking empathy. They claimed that Grande is dating a married man and has destroyed a home without seeming to care. In response, sources close to Grande stated that the song does not address anyone specific and is about not judging others or their situations.

Fans were shocked by Grande's defiant approach and expressed disappointment in the lyrics. Grande and Slater's relationship became public last year, shortly after Grande's split from her ex-husband Dalton Gomez. Jay, who shares a child with Slater, has condemned Grande in interviews and stated that she plans to move on as a single mother. However, sources close to Grande claim that she spent time with Jay and her baby before her relationship with Slater began. Grande and Slater have denied that their relationship started before they ended their previous ones. Grande's new single marks the start of her seventh studio album, and Wicked is set to be released in November.