Maps (Maroon 5 song)

"Maps" is a song by American pop rock band Maroon 5, released in June 2014 as the lead single from their fifth studio album, V. The song was written by Adam Levine, Ryan Tedder, Benny Blanco, Ammar Malik, and Noel Zancanella, and produced by Blanco, Tedder, and Zancanella.

"Maps" is a pop rock and soft rock song characterized by its upbeat tempo, driving rhythm, and catchy melody. Lyrically, the song deals with themes of regret and trying to find one's way back to a lost love. The lyrics express the narrator's willingness to follow his former lover anywhere, using the metaphor of "maps" to represent guidance and direction.

Upon its release, "Maps" was a commercial success, reaching the top ten in several countries, including the United States, Canada, Australia, and the United Kingdom. It peaked at number six on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in the US. The song was also certified platinum by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA).

"Maps" received mixed reviews from music critics. Some praised its catchy melody and production, while others criticized its lyrical content as being generic and unoriginal. Despite the mixed critical reception, "Maps" became one of Maroon 5's most successful and recognizable singles. The song's music video, directed by Peter Berg, depicts a dramatic storyline that explores themes of loss and redemption.