"Hands to Myself" is a synth-pop and dance-pop track that solidified Selena Gomez's transition from a Disney teen idol to a mature pop artist. Released in early 2016 as the third single from her second studio album, Revival , it peaked at and reached number 1 on US Pop Airplay . The song is widely recognized for its minimalist, Prince-inspired production and Gomez's versatile vocal performance. Creative Background and Composition
The track was a "beautiful accident", written and recorded in just one day at the very end of the Revival sessions. Gomez collaborated with songwriters and Justin Tranter , along with producers Mattman & Robin and pop veteran Max Martin .