Ariana Grande has surprised fans with a deeply personal revelation ahead of her 2026 tour, sharing a powerful behind-the-scenes story from her album Eternal Sunshine. According to the singer, one track from the project was almost completely scrapped—not due to artistic concerns, but because of the overwhelming emotions it stirred.

“I cried up to 12 times while recording that song,” Ariana admitted. She explained that the chorus carried such raw and painful feelings that she wasn’t sure she could relive them night after night on stage. That emotional intensity led her to seriously consider “throwing it in the trash,” a decision that is never easy when it comes to a song so deeply personal.

Eternal Sunshine is widely regarded as one of the most introspective albums of Ariana Grande’s career. More than just a musical release, the project captures fragments of her emotional journey amid major upheavals in her personal life. While it’s no surprise that some songs touch deeply buried wounds, Ariana’s candid admission about how emotionally “hard to sing” one particular track is has left fans stunned.

The revelation immediately sparked intense curiosity among the Arianators community. Many fans began speculating which song could have brought the 1993-born singer to tears a dozen times in the studio. Was it a heart-wrenching ballad, or perhaps an upbeat track hiding layers of sadness beneath its bright melody? Ariana’s silence on the song’s identity has only fueled the intrigue.

Another pressing question is how she will handle the song during her upcoming tour. In the past, during the Sweetener World Tour, Ariana Grande was visibly emotional while performing songs tied to painful memories. Moments of her singing through tears became unforgettable images for fans, underscoring that the stage, for Ariana, is not just a place to perform but also a space where she confronts unhealed wounds.

As the opening night of her 2026 tour draws closer, anticipation continues to build. Will Ariana Grande choose to face that pain once more and transform it into art, as she has done before? Or will she protect herself by leaving the song off the setlist altogether?

Whatever her decision, the story behind Eternal Sunshine once again proves that Ariana Grande’s music is more than catchy melodies. It is a journey of healing—one that requires the artist to walk through the sharp edges of memory in order to reach the hearts of millions.