Selena Gomez, Antonina Armato, Timothy James (Defcon), and David Jost.
The lyrics explore the conflict between logic and emotion in a turbulent relationship, where the "heart" continues to desire someone despite a "million reasons" to leave.
The phrase "The heart wants what it wants" was originally attributed to an 1862 letter by poet Emily Dickinson. Music Video and Opening Monologue
The song is widely recognized for its emotional depth and personal subject matter, specifically its portrayal of the artist's highly publicized on-and-off relationship with Justin Bieber. Key Information November 6, 2014.
The song popularized the idiom as a way to describe how emotions often overpower reason and practicality.
It was a commercial success, peaking in the top 10 of the Billboard Hot 100.