Musically, the song is a "mellow, piano song" set in G major with a somber tempo of 76–80 beats per minute. It begins with organ-like synths and vulnerable questions that many who have faced the end of a relationship will recognize: "Are we gonna make it? / Is this gonna hurt?". Key themes explored in the lyrics include:
Watch the official music video for 'It'll Be Okay,' featuring Shawn Mendes' emotional journey through his hometown: Shawn Mendes - It'll Be Okay ShawnMendesVEVO YouTube• Jan 13, 2022 The Visual Narrative: Toronto in the Snow Shawn Mendes - Itll Be Okay
: Despite the pain of a "future... fading to black," the pre-chorus offers a hint of sunrise, promising that "we'll heal and the sun will rise". Musically, the song is a "mellow, piano song"
: The refrain "I will love you either way" highlights a mature perspective that romantic endings do not have to mean the end of genuine care. Key themes explored in the lyrics include: Watch
Musically, the song is a "mellow, piano song" set in G major with a somber tempo of 76–80 beats per minute. It begins with organ-like synths and vulnerable questions that many who have faced the end of a relationship will recognize: "Are we gonna make it? / Is this gonna hurt?". Key themes explored in the lyrics include:
Watch the official music video for 'It'll Be Okay,' featuring Shawn Mendes' emotional journey through his hometown: Shawn Mendes - It'll Be Okay ShawnMendesVEVO YouTube• Jan 13, 2022 The Visual Narrative: Toronto in the Snow
: Despite the pain of a "future... fading to black," the pre-chorus offers a hint of sunrise, promising that "we'll heal and the sun will rise".
: The refrain "I will love you either way" highlights a mature perspective that romantic endings do not have to mean the end of genuine care.