Shawn Mendes said "Youth" was inspired by the May 2017 Manchester Arena bombing and by how young people were feeling about the news. The duet with Khalid is about holding on to youth and optimism after adversity.

When was "Youth" released?

Island Records released it on May 3, 2018, as the third single from the album Shawn Mendes. Joel Little and Mendes produced it, and the writers are Mendes, Khalid, Teddy Geiger, Geoff Warburton, Scott Harris and Nolan Lambroza.

Who directed the "Youth" video?

Anthony Mandler directed the video, which premiered on November 5, 2018, on Apple Music and Vevo.

How did "Youth" chart?

It peaked at No. 65 on the Billboard Hot 100, No. 35 in the United Kingdom and No. 22 in Canada. It is certified platinum in the United States.

Quick answers

Who produced "Youth"? Joel Little and Shawn Mendes.

Where was it performed in May 2018? At the 2018 Billboard Music Awards, with the Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School show choir.

Is there a remix? Yes, one featuring Jessie Reyez, released December 21, 2018.