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Bruno Mars tweets and deletes response to fan who said he’s been releasing the same song

Bruno Mars briefly tweeted at a fan who said his songs sound the same, then deleted it


Pop Culture & Art January 10, 2026 1 min read
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Bruno Mars sparked a social media stir after firing off a brief but blunt response to a fan critic who claimed he’s been releasing the “same song for the past 10 years.” According to screenshots circulating online, the Grammy‑winning singer tweeted back, “and u never been shit all yo life 🥰,” only to delete the post shortly afterward.

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The exchange began when a fan posted on X (formerly Twitter) suggesting Mars’s recent output lacked variation. Before long, the comment caught the attention of Mars’s verified account, which fired off that unexpected clapback, a message filled with sharp language and an unmistakable emoji, seemingly aimed directly at the critic. Within minutes, the tweet was gone, leaving only screenshots and reactions from other users online.

Fans and observers reacted quickly. Some praised Mars for defending his artistry, dubbing the deleted tweet iconic or legendary in its honesty, while others urged the singer to let his music speak for itself and avoid confrontations in public spaces. Many social posts pointed out that Mars’s catalogue, spanning funk, R&B, pop and throwback soul, has evolved stylistically over the years, even if some listeners feel certain songs share familiar elements.

The incident drew comparisons to other high‑profile artist interactions on social media, where celebrities sometimes snap back at critics in the heat of the moment only to rethink it moments later. Mars’s decision to remove the tweet suggests he may regret the wording or the public nature of the response, even if it reflects a very human reaction to criticism.

At the time of writing, Mars has not issued a follow‑up statement nor clarified whether the message was meant as humour, frustration or a genuine rebuttal. Meanwhile, fans continue sharing screenshots and debating what the moment says about artist‑fan interactions in the social media age.

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